National Research shows that students who participate in internships are more likely to be hired and more likely to remain with that employer
What Is An Internship?
An internship is a form of experiential learning that integrates knowledge and theory learned in the classroom with practical application and skill development in a professional setting. Internships give students the opportunity to gain valuable applied experience and make connections in professional fields they are considering for career paths.
Internships must be approved by the faculty and Career Services prior to beginning the internship. Every 40 hours of work experience is equal to 1 academic credit hour; the maximum number of credit hours per semester is 6. The maximum number of internship credit hours is 12.
Why Should You Do An Internship?
- Career Exploration Opportunities: Explore whether your interests, skills, personality, and values fit within a particular career field.
- Skill Development: Enhance skills, increase self-confidence, and gain a better understanding of the field.
- Related Work Experience: Gain experience in a field related to your major.
- A Network of Contacts: Establish relationships with people who work in the same field and who can help you find employment.
- References: Build connections with supervisors and professionals who can provide you with verbal and written recommendations.
Click on the following for an overview of how internships work: Career Field Experience Internship Overview.
Searching for Internships:
We encourage students to use WildcatWorks to look for internships that have been posted for Daemen students. Although WildcatWorks is updated with new listings on a regular basis, we encourage you to also search other websites for postings, such as Indeed.com, which posts opportunities of interest to all majors. Below are some internship options that Daemen offers:
Internship Options:
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Discover a unique living and working environment with participants from all over the world. This program allows you to gain on-the-job experience with a world-renowned company, providing uniquely Disney learning experiences, all while preparing for your future, building transferable skills, including networking, problem-solving, teamwork, and effective communication. Additional information can be found here!
Eligibility: Students must be currently enrolled and taking classes at an accredited program or institution and have completed at least one semester or have graduated within 24 months of the application posting date. Opportunities are only available to students attending school in the United States and Puerto Rico. Applicants must also meet the following criteria:
- Be 18 least 18 years of age at the time of the application
- Possess unrestricted US work authorization
- Meet any individual school requirements (GPA, grade level, etc.), if applicable
- Former Disney College Program participants must wait four months after their last departure date before applying
To the Student: Please discuss your plans to participate in the Disney College Program with your faculty advisor and email this form to them or print a copy. Academic credit and billing arrangements are determined by each student’s college or university; DCP does not grant academic credit.
In order for your Advance Registration to be processed by the Registrar’s Office, you must complete this form by obtaining appropriate signatures.
The New York State Assembly Intern Committee sponsors the Session Internship at the State Capital starting every January. The SESSION INTERNSHIP offers college students a chance to participate in state government and the legislative process through a well-structured practical learning experience. Assembly Session Internships give students an advantage in today's job market, providing real government experience in the comprehensive academic program. The Assembly Intern Committee awards a $8,800 stipend to each Session Intern.
Any Questions Contact:
Lamark Shaw, Director of Career Services
Phone: 716.839.8334 or Email: lshaw2@daemen.edu
You can differentiate yourself from other students by gaining invaluable professional experience.
It is an election year! Consider an internship in Washington DC!
How would you have liked to have started your semester by attending the Presidential Inauguration and a pizza party afterwards at the WII offices, meeting former Vice President Al Gore's Chief of Staff, Roy Neel, and former chief speechwriter for former President George W. Bush, John McConnell, at the WII orientation?
The Washington Internship Institute is a Fall and Spring internship in Washington, DC. Internships in the public, private, and nonprofit sectors offer practical experience for all majors. The WII program is a semester long opportunity, primarily situated within an organization that supports the academic career interest of the student. In addition, two courses are taught in a classroom setting. Students participating in the WII program receive 15 academic credits.
Academic tracks include:
- Environmental Law and Policy Studies
- Global Health Policy Studies
- Global Women's Leadership Development
- Inside Washington: Politics & Policy
- International and Foreign Policy Studies
Click here for more information on the WII program
Daemen students inducted into the following Honor Societies may be eligible for a merit-based scholarship:
Read Daemen University student Emily Kraft's blog post about what she has learned from her internship at the Smithsonian.
Watch Fuad Abdul, Political Science Major, talk about his Washington Internship experience
Any Questions Contact:
Lamark Shaw, Director of Career Services
Phone: 716.839.8334 or Email: lshaw2@daemen.edu
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