Internships

What is an internship?

Internships are experiential learning opportunities at Messiah University that can be completed for academic credit.  Each of these opportunities takes place within the context of a work environment.  The experience enables students to explore potential career opportunities and enrich their classroom experience.  If an internship is completed through the Career & Professional Development Center (CPDC), then it will fulfill a student’s Experiential Learning (ELI) requirement.*

How do I prepare for an internship?

• Create a resume
• Make accounts on Handshake, LinkedIn, etc. and be sure the information is accurate and current
• Attend events that Messiah sponsors to expand your professional network
• Search for possible internships through Handshake, LinkedIn, etc.
• Contact employers
• Apply for internships
• Practice and prepare for interviews (CPDC Interview Resources)
• If you are doing an internship for credit:
  • Complete the CPDC online registration form to get internship approved
  • Register for internship course (if you are doing an internship for credit)
    • Fall Registration: March - August
    • Spring Registration: October - January
    • Summer Registration: Opens in March

External Sources:

• Handshake
• LinkedIn
• PA State Government Internships
• Federal Government Internships

Internal Sources (from Messiah):

• Internship Program Page
• Internship Handbook
• Or contact your advisor

*Source: https://www.messiah.edu/info/23128/info_for_students