For example, women who plan to have careers in law, education, politics, business, or the arts will be well prepared by the women's studies major. Understanding the importance of gender in society helps women both to have successful careers and to promote social change and gender equity. Women's Studies Internships Internships and other experiential learning projects are an integral part of the women's studies program. As students become familiar with the field, they can apply the knowledge gained in the classroom to internships that will help them prepare for many different sorts of career opportunities. Internships are found in a wide variety of fields, ranging from women's policy institutes to arts organizations.
Many students also undertake independent experiential learning projects.