Current Undergraduate Students

10 Reasons to Intern

1. If taking CFA 484, you can receive 1-3 hours of upper division arts elective academic credit. The number of credit hours received is based on the number of work hours required for the internship.
2. Receive hands-on experience, which puts you one step ahead when looking for future employment.
3. Helps with career development, which enables you to explore interests and employment opportunities in a work setting.
4. Assists with employment networking opportunities allowing you to meet and connect with potential employers in your field of study.
5. Expands your intellectual development by taking what you have learned in your academics and applying it to real-world experiences.
6. As you face or observe the challenges inherent in making decisions in complex situations, you further your ethical development.
7. As you discover and reinforce skills, knowledge and abilities in a new environment, you expand your personal and professional development.
8. You will interact with others in your field and in this process better understand and value the organizational culture.
9. You will gain confidence and experience and further validate you are on the best career path for you.
10. You will have a distinct advantage when conducting a job search upon graduation.