Plan Your Internship Search

Internships are great experiential learning opportunities which guide you in making the connection from classroom learning to the professional world. Internships allow you to explore different career fields, gain practical work experience, learn new skills, earn academic credit (if applicable), and provide networking opportunities so you may increase your marketability for a full-time job and establish your career.

How to be Successful in Your Internship Search

Always begin your search at least one semester prior to your desired internship session. Declare your major and research the industry in order to get a better idea of your desired career path and opportunities that you may be interested in. Be ready to: Prepare, Plan, be Patient and remain Positive!

Check out the Internship Strategy Guide to begin planning your search!

Students can make an appointment to meet with the CEDC Internship Specialist to identify resources for internships and throughout the internship experience for career counseling support. 

Schedule your appointment on Navigate- choose “Find an Internship” as the reason for the appointment. Complete the CEDC Internship Program application online HERE, in person at the time of the appointment, or bring completed application to scheduled appointment with CEDC Internship Specialist.

The CEDC Internship Program provides assistance in researching, locating, and applying for internship opportunities through events, online resources, and directly connecting you with internship positions. Career coaching is provided in order for you to clarify your professional goals, implement learning objectives, and make the most out of your internship experience through individual appointments and attendance in workshops.

You are encouraged to make an appointment, attend events, career fairs, and workshops in order for you to make the most of your participation in the CEDC Internship Program.

Utilizing the support services in the CEDC Internship Program will enable you to:

• Be more prepared for the internship experience
• Become a more effective self-directed learner
• Reflect upon your internship experience and apply learnings to your career path

Note: The CEDC Internship Program does not guarantee an internship placement

Always be vigilant in applying for and accepting internships. Keep in mind the following:

• An offer must be finalized in writing after you have met the employer in person
• Do not give your personal bank account, PayPal account, credit card or PIN numbers, Social Security number or other personal financial information to a new employer
• Do not agree to have funds or paychecks direct deposited into any of your accounts by a new employer - you should know them first
• Do not forward, transfer, send by courier (EX: FedEX, UPS), or "wire" any money to any employer, for any employer, using your personal account(s)

Review the Core Essentials to Avoiding Job Search Scams