Internship
About Internships
In a broad sense, an internship is a semester-long learning opportunity in which students work with professionals and gain hands-on experience in their career field. Internships provide a context for students to transform classroom-based theory into practical, real-world application. While internships are valuable to the organization/employer, the primary focus is on the student’s learning experience. A meaningful internship is designed with specific learning outcomes and involves feedback and personal reflection. It can be a valuable networking tool and allows students to further explore potential careers and industries.
Through Bryant’s commitment to experiential learning, full-time undergraduate students can pursue off-semester internships (during the summer or winter/January terms) for up to six credit hours during their time at Bryant as part of their tuition. This critical access to internship opportunities allows Bryant students to build their professional networks, develop job-relevant skills, and explore career paths as part of their academic curriculum — at no additional cost.
Why do an internship?
- Test a career field to see if a potential career is right for you
- Get experience to add to your resume and complement your studies
- Build your connections – many employers hire from within
- To fulfill academic requirements and/or receive academic credit
Internships can be:
- For credit and paid
- For credit and unpaid
- Noncredit and paid
- Noncredit and unpaid (comparable to volunteering)
Finding an Internship
- Meet with a career coach in the Amica Center. They can help you explore internship opportunities, develop your resume and cover letter, practice interviewing, and more. The Amica Center offers appointments and daily drop-in hours.
- Search in Handshake. You can find Handshake in the Quick Launch menu in the My Bryant portal.
- Attend Career and Internship Fairs, and other networking events on campus
Use the Internship Search Resources below:
Best practice resources:
Internship Search Resources:
- Handshake
- Indeed.com
- Glassdoor for Students (internships, entry-level jobs, company ratings, salaries, interview tips, and more)
- USAJobs (Internships with the federal government)
- Inroads.org (internship assistance for students of color)
- A-Z links to job search sites specific to your career interest
The Washington Center
Consider spending a semester in Washington, D.C., while working in an internship.
The Washington Center is a full-time internship and seminar program offered during the fall, spring (16 weeks, 12-15 credits) and summer (10 weeks, 6-9 credits) in Washington, D.C. Academic credit is required for participation.
Previous Bryant students have worked in a variety of organizations and businesses including: the White House, Environmental Protection Agency, National Opera House, law offices, and lobbying consultant firms. The program includes internship placement, weekly seminar program, and one evening course. Housing is provided.
Eligibility
- Must complete minimum of 75 credits, minimum overall GPA: 2.7.
- International Students are encouraged to apply, but must meet CPT/OPT requirements.
Learn more: Handshake and search for keyword "Washington".