Many employers want evidence that students can make the transition from campus life to the corporate world. Internships have been very beneficial for Walton Scholars. Scholars have benefitted from internships with, among others, Famous-Barr, Futon Expres', and JCPenney. At JCPenney, for example, interns completed eight projects ranging from customer service to buying an annual assortment plan. These experiences let the students discover if retailing is the right career for them and allow the employers to evaluate a prospective employee on a trial basis.
Many internships lead to offers of post-graduation employment.
When interviewing for a part-time job, the interviewer noticed that I had mentioned that I was a Walton Scholar in my resume. I explained about the program and how it had helped me in my college career. I'm convinced that the main reason I was hired is because I am a Walton Scholar.