They provide exposure to life in business and industry, legislative and executive branches of government, and public and private organizations. Internships can be for spring, summer, winter or fall. Some are paid, some are credit, some may offer a small to modest stipend, and some may not offer any salary or stipend. Many in industry and government offer competitive wages, while nonprofit organizations may pay little or nothing. Regardless of which way you choose to go, the experience is undeniably worth it in the end.
Internships are available for freshmen through graduate students.
Limited internships are available for international students. Information on internship searches is posted on our website. An internship search for next summer should begin in the fall for best coverage of employers visiting campus. Plan to use all of the resources available in this search. It's not too early to start looking for internships.