What is an Internship?

CDC defines an internship as any type of carefully monitored work or service experience related to one’s major or career interest in which an individual has intentional learning goals and with the employer reflects actively on what he or she is learning throughout the experience.

Why choose an Internship?

Students should choose an internship to gain real-experience in areas of career interest.  The CDC Internship Program is designed to provide practical and comprehensive internship information, internship selections, and follow-up career counseling services that are available as early as freshman year.  It is not necessary to take time off from school to intern, as required with co-op.  Even though internships are offered year round, you have the option to choose when you want to intern.  You may also receive college credit, or a stipend from your internship.  Additionally, internships help you to establish an employer network that can lead to full-time employment in the future.

What other resources are available through the Career Development Center's Internship?

Practice interviews, tips on resume writing, counseling, networking and national internship information in our Career Library are just a few of the many resources offered through the CDC Internship Program.  Get started establishing your career direction today!

Action Plan:

IDENTIFY THE EXPERIENCE YOU NEED

• Type of employer

• Location

• For credit or non-credit

• Part-time, full-time, or Summer

VISIT THE CAREER DEVELOPMENT CENTER

• Make an appointment with the internship coordinator

• Consider career-related part-time job

• Review books on internship opportunities

• Register for internship referrals

• Review internships for UC students listed on 'CatTRAK

PREPARE A GOOD RESUME

• Education

• Work Experience

• Leadership or volunteer activity

PREPARE A COVER LETTER OF INQUIRY

• Tell why you are writing

• Tell what you have to offer

• Identify action you want to take

RESEARCH EMPLOYER CONTACTS AT CDC'S CAREER LIBRARY

• Internship directories

• Various publications

• Internship newsletter

• Current internship listings

NETWORK FOR INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

• Family and friends

• Faculty and advisors

• Student groups

• Community organizations

FOLLOW THROUGH WITH YOUR PLAN

• Contact employers by phone

• Watch for deadlines

• Attend career fairs and Summer Employment Day

• Attend presentations and workshops

• Read, read, read

• Find more information about available internships 

For more information about internships, or to make an appointment to discuss your internship search, please contact Arthur Walton at 513-556-0316.

This page last updated on October 13, 2003
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