The contacts made by students during the internship experience provide an invaluable basis for gaining first-hand knowledge of the media world. They also provide a network of helpful professionals that can be of future assistance to students in the pursuit of their career goals. The Hollywood Studies Program is a unique opportunity complementing the hands-on philosophy of our departments. We believe strongly in the value of experiential learning and provide significant practical opportunities for our students in their academic and extracurricular programs in Carbondale. Hollywood Studies allows us to extend that experience beyond the walls of academia into top-flight professional environments thus enhancing our students' education and competitiveness.
Every attempt is made to place individuals in their preferred internship area.
All internships are monitored for quality and will provide excellent, substantive experience. Interns are generally unpaid and are expected to be available for work as needed. Interns should be prepared for varying work scenarios involving odd hours and unpredictable schedule changes.