Internships
Internships are learning experiences that integrate your academic preparation with professional work in the field. They help you gain career-related experience, receive mentoring from working professionals, and build the kind of resume that opens doors after graduation.
Why Intern?
Gain practical, hands-on experience in your field
Test career interests before committing to a path
Develop career-specific skills alongside academic ones
Add relevant work experience to your resume
Build a professional network of industry contacts
Improve your confidence and professional self-awareness
Where Do I Start?
Your Pathway to an Internship
1
Get on Board
- Visit the Athenaeum to learn about internship opportunities
- Start building your resume
- Professionalize your online presence (LinkedIn, email)
- Complete FOCUS-2
- Pursue volunteer or work experience
- Join a campus organization and take on a leadership role
2
Map a Route
- Volunteer in a field of interest
- Undertake a job shadowing experience
- Complete an externship
- Work with CDP staff to outline a career development plan
- Participate in CDP workshops
- Develop and refine your resume
- Join honors societies in your field
3
Explore New Worlds
- Research internship opportunities in your field
- Take on leadership roles in campus organizations
- Lead a major volunteer project
- Practice interview skills with CDP staff
4
Set Sail
- Apply for and complete an internship
- Apply to national Partnership Programs
- Attend job fairs and make professional contacts
- Research potential employers
- Apply for Teach for America or similar service programs
