Did You Know...
- Internships are a great way to complement your major and make yourself more marketable
- Internships can be paid or unpaid, for college credit or not for credit, and typically take place during a semester or summer
- Overall, college students who graduate with an internship on their resume receive more job offers compared to those who do not
- Many employers hire directly from their internship programs
Ways to look for an Internship
- Personal Contacts - Start talking to your family, friends, and professors and let them know that you are looking for an internship. Be sure to share the kind of organization you are interested in, the type of skills you hope to gain, and what your abilities are.
- AccessUT - The University of Texas has a job and internship database for current students and alumni which contains multiple local, state, national, and international opportunities in a variety of fields.
- College Career Services Office - Each college has a career service office that offers internship resources for their students. Visit your CSO to learn more!
- SLCC Library Resources - Various internship publications and employer directories are available in the Sanger Center's Resource Library. These directories provide information on employers in many locations and industries. This is a good way to start getting ideas on where you can intern!
- EUREKA - If you're looking to enhance your experience as a researcher, EUREKA can connect you with opportunities to work with a faculty mentor, apply what you have learned in classes to hands-on-experiences, and sharpen your problem-solving skills.
- Texas Exes Career Network - The Career Network is a service available through the Texas Exes that connects alumni and current students for the purposes of sharing career-related information. It is important to know that alumni are not going to give you an internship, but they could inform you about the types of internships typically found in their field.
- The Volunteer and Service Learning Center - This is your connection to volunteer experiences through UT. Volunteering is oftentimes considered as valuable an experience as an internship by employers.
- Create your own experience - Keep in mind that some internships haven't been created yet, so all it takes is a conversation or a professional email to get the ball rolling!
Applying for an Internship
To apply for an internship you will likely need a cover letter and resume. For more information, visit our Handouts section.
Handouts
If you need help getting started with your internship search, consider making an appointment with a career counselor by stopping by the front desk in Jester A115 or calling (512)471-1217.
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