Internship Overview

The Internship Program at Career Services provides comprehensive career counseling and services to help students integrate educational experiences with internships in the government, business, industry and non-profit sectors. The program is free for participants.

The program is also a resource to WSU faculty/staff and employers. It provides faculty/staff assistance regarding internship concerns and issues. The program assists employers with creating internship programs, recruiting for interns, and connecting with faculty/staff and students.

COMPONENTS OF THE PROGRAM FOR STUDENTS

Detailed information is available in the Student Guide to Internships.
  • Internship counseling for:
    • Information about the program
    • Exploration of interests, skills, and values to determine the type of internship to pursue
    • Guidance on search strategies and developing your own internship
    • Feedback on cover letters, resumes, and interviewing
  • On-campus interviewing
  • Internship listings
  • Resource Center
  • Workshops
  • Resume referrals
  • Career fairs, mock interviewing, and etiquette dinner

Requirements for Student Eligibility

  • Must be a WSU student
  • Must have an e-mail address

Steps for Students

  • Register and submit a resume with Career Services
  • Meet with a career counselor at drop-in hours, a workshop, or an individual appointment for:
    • Information about the program
    • Exploration of interests, skills, and values to determine the type of internship to pursue
    • Guidance on search strategies and developing your own internship
    • Feedback on cover letters, resumes, and interviewing
  • Conduct on-campus interviews
  • Check internship listings each week and apply for opportunities
  • Participate in career fair events and follow up with employers of interest
  • Utilize resources to create your own internship if desired.
  • Report your offers

COMPONENTS OF THE PROGRAM FOR FACULTY/STAFF

Detailed information is available in the Faculty/Staff Guide to Internships.
  • Faculty Guide to Internships
  • Database of departmental internship coordinators
  • List-serv for internship announcements and issues
  • Internship listings through MonsterTRAK
  • Access to resumes of students who are registered with Career Services
  • Opportunity to meet with employers
  • Resource for internship issues, policies, and legislation
  • Speaker services by career counselors

COMPONENTS OF THE PROGRAM FOR EMPLOYERS

Detailed information is available in the Employer Guide to Internships.
  • Employer Guide to Internships
  • On-campus interviewing, campus visits and presentations
  • Internship postings at no charge through MonsterTRAK
  • Assistance with internship programs
  • Resources for connecting with faculty and students
  • Career fairs
  • Resume referral services
  • Opportunities to sponsor student interns