Student Internships

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Internships

An internship is a form of experiential learning that allows students to earn course credits for work completed in an occupational setting. This experience is designed to help students bridge the gap between academic coursework in their field and real-world settings.

Are you looking for hands-on experience in your field, while earning course credit? If so, an internship may be right for you!

Handshake

GSW students now have access to Handshake, a platform used nationwide for students to explore internship and job opportunities in their area. Students can register and begin searching options available at joinhandshake.com.

Internship Opportunities

Business & Computing Internships

Psychology & Sociology Internships

Potential Internship Responsibilities

Student internships are offered across campus and sometimes off campus at local businesses and organizations. Sample internship responsibilities may include:

"Shadowing" employees to see what they do in their daily activities
Performing laboratory tests
Designing and maintaining websites and social media accounts
Creating posters, charts, or graphs
Organizing and promoting company and/or community events
Performing software/hardware updates

Conducting surveys and creating reports
Creating presentations and handouts
Leading group activities at an after-school program, nursing home, etc.
Observing counseling sessions
Updating and filing records
Mentoring youth
Sitting in on team meetings

Department Contact

Office of Professional and Experiential Learning

Brooke Stefancik
Director of Professional and Experiential Learning

229-931-2220
brooke.stefancik@gsw.edu

Monday – Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm

Are You a Business Looking for an Intern?
Georgia Southwestern wants to engage with community partners by setting up internship placement sites in order to give students practical experience while benefiting local businesses.
More Information

Interested in an internship? GSW students have access to Handshake, a career platform connecting you with 5,000+ employers for jobs, internships, and co-ops, plus resources to jumpstart your career.

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