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The Internship Prep Advantage

Landing an internship takes more than a quick Google search. It takes planning, professionalism, skill-building—and a little guidance. At Greater Allegheny campus, our internship prep courses give you that edge.

BA 420 (for Business majors) and INTSP 370 (for all other majors) are one-credit, semester-long courses offered by appointment each semester. These courses go beyond the basics with personalized support, professional development, and exclusive resources just for enrolled students.

Whether you’re just starting to think about internships or ready to apply, these courses help you build confidence, sharpen your skills, and make your next move with purpose.

Personalized Internship Support

  • Curated internship leads including privately-developed opportunities
  • One-on-one research help to find and follow up on the right roles
  • Hands-on assistance completing legal internship learning agreements

Career Development and Exploration

  • Access to apply for the campus’ unpaid internship fund
  • RIASEC career discovery tool and career pathway support to explore interests and options
  • Deep dive into the value of paid vs. unpaid internships, plus how to manage expenses

Professional Skills and Career Readiness

  • Meetings with industry professionals selected for course participants
  • Resume consultation with a top recruiter to help yours stand out
  • Interview prep on demand with the internship coordinator
  • Special sessions on professionalism and navigating the workplace

Career Closet and Long-Term Prep

  • Private wardrobe consultation and shopping experience in the Career Closet
  • Help creating a polished portfolio of work to show future employers
  • One year of continued job search support after graduation

Internships: From Campus to Career

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    • The Internship Prep Advantage
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    • Understanding Career Readiness and NACE Resources
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Penn State Greater Allegheny, located in McKeesport just 15 miles from Pittsburgh, offers a supportive, close-knit campus community with access to the vast resources of Penn State. As the only Penn State campus to offer a Bachelor in Social Work, it provides unique academic opportunities in a convenient, student-focused environment.
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