An internship might be the answer. When it comes to future employment or entrance into graduate school, students with internship experience have a proven track record in a professional environment. In today's competitive job market, experience is a priceless commodity. It's the number one thing employers look for!
The Career Center is committed to helping you find and make the most of the hundreds of opportunities out there. Go to CareerLink@Central to start your search, read the information below to see how internships work, or contact Karen to get started!
Our featured intern is Megan M!
Read her profile and learn about her Corporate Wellness internship at Pella Corporation.
Check back often to see our intern of the month!
Pella Corp. has posted 16 internships on CareerLink for Fall 2009, Spring 2010, and Summer 2010! To see the position descriptions, log into CareerLink. Pella will be holding on-campus interviews for all three terms in late September. Apply through CareerLink now - the deadline is Tuesday, September 15th!
The registration deadline for fall academic internships is September 4! All internship registration forms must be completed and turned in to Academic Records by that Friday at the latest. Email eilersk@central.edu with questions. See below for more info.
Looking for internship openings? The CareerLink online system is the new way to view and apply for internship openings. All you have to do is activate your CareerLink account! Go to our CareerLink page to get started.
Effective for the Summer 2009 term, students wishing to earn academic credit for their internships will pay less per credit.
1-2 credit hours - $250 flat fee
3-6 credit hours - $100/credit (starting at $300)
Don't know how many credits you can earn? See the registration form under "Guidelines for Credit Hours."
Chicago Semester
This program, hosted by a consortium of private colleges, offers 14 Central students per year an opportunity to intern or student teach for a semester in Chicago. Applications and further information is available from Pat Kitzman at the Career Center. Applications are generally due Feb. 1 for next year’s admission. The Off Campus Programs Committee, a faculty committee, reviews applications and makes selections. Most often, CS interns are seniors.
The Washington Center
Central students can apply to intern in the nation’s capital for a semester or summer through a formal partnership with TWC. Most generally, students need to be in their junior or senior year and have at least a 3.0 GPA. In recent years, two students have been selected each year by the Off Campus Programs Committee. Contact Pat Kitzman at the Career Center for application information and deadlines.
Internships Abroad
Many Central students complete internships while they're studying abroad. Opportunities vary by country and location. Contact Central Abroad to learn more.
