Yes, if you are fortunate enough to find a host organization or company in your hometown. Keep in mind that flexibility is often the key to the best career-related work opportunities. If you really must have an internship in your hometown . . . The Coordinator will then work with you to develop a search strategy. You will be surprised how many people they know and can network with to assist you.
Financial considerations are important.
We appreciate parents finding internships for their students, and we hope that these parents and students will work with the College to pursue opportunities for other students in the future. Never underestimate your parents' contacts or their friends' contacts.