The Internship Advantage

From Campus to Career

Classroom learning is just the beginning. Internships and other hands-on experiences help you build real-world skills, make professional connections, and explore career paths—all before you graduate.

Students taking an internship must complete the Application for Internship, Field Instruction and Non-Credit Experiential Learning form to start the process of receiving academic credit for your internship, field instruction, or non-credit experiential learning experience. Applications must be submitted in the semester prior to when you are taking your internship experience. 

Confirm Your Internship—Application Form

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Internship Resources for Students

Explore tools and support to help you find, apply for, and succeed in internships. From preparing your resume to connecting with local employers, this is your go-to spot for all things internship-related.

Internship Resources for Students
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Internship Resources for Advisers and Instructors

Access guidelines, forms, and best practices to support and supervise students through their internship experiences. Resources here are designed to help you guide students and ensure a meaningful, educational placement.

Internship Resources for Advisers and Instructors
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Internship Resources for Employers and Hosts

Find information on how to partner with Penn State Greater Allegheny to offer internship opportunities. Learn about your role in mentoring students and the benefits of hiring a student-intern.

Internship Resources for Employers and Hosts
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Internship Showcase

Each semester, students step beyond the classroom and into real-world roles, supporting local nonprofits, schools, businesses, health systems, and more through academic internships. The Internship Showcase is an event for faculty, staff, students, and external supervisors to celebrate their work and seewhat’s possible.

Internship Showcase