| Hello, Hawkeyes! | As we approach fall break, you might already be thinking ahead to spring and summer career opportunities. You probably hear the word “internship” tossed around a lot, but what does this mean and why is having one important? Read on for all things internship-related and learn how we can assist you in your search for a variety of experiences outside the classroom!
An internship is your opportunity to:
- Test-drive a potential occupation
- Develop professional connections
- Gain related career experience and skills
- Apply classroom knowledge in the real world
- Strengthen your resume for full-time employment or graduate school
Internships can be found throughout the year – fall, spring, and summer all provide possibilities! More and more employers are also listing remote internships, which could be a perfect fit, especially during the school year. Also remember that an experience doesn’t have to be labeled an “internship” for it to have value – field work, course practicums, and student employment connected to your career interests are all meaningful and rewarding experiences that provide similar benefits to an internship. | | | | Hawkeye Experience Grant Need funding to participate in an experience?
We have $53,000 in scholarships available for summer 2025!
Our Hawkeye Experience Grant provides up to $4,000 for a variety of experiences, including: internships, research & creative scholarship, service & community engagement projects, and internships abroad! Mark your calendar for our January info session! | | | Register Your Internship Already landed an internship for Spring 2025?
When registering for classes, don’t forget to talk to your academic advisor about how to register for an internship course or transcript notation. Check out the options for registering your internship. | | | | Not ready for an internship yet? Student employment, campus involvement, volunteering, job shadows, and informational interviews are all ways you can explore your career interests! Meet with a Career Coach to learn more! Our career communities also provide a variety of ideas for gaining experiences and building your resume. | | | Connect with Companies! New to the Career Center this fall is Industry Insights, our employer panel webinar series! Join us as we talk with our employer partners about trends, challenges, and opportunities within specific industries. Sign up to attend our next live webinar focused on Environment & Sustainability on Tuesday, November 19 or view past webinars for Helping & Counseling, Arts, Media & Entertainment, and Law & Public Service. | | | | Career Wellbeing Tip Stressing about your professional experience? Focus on building skills through student organizations, volunteering, and projects you enjoy. Stay connected—opportunities often come when you least expect them! | | | |
