An internship is simply a work experience that is a related to the career you are planning to pursue. They may be paid or volunteer positions, and you may or may not choose to receive academic credit for them. Remember that when it comes to making yourself employable, completing internships is one of the most important things you can do!
How would you like to get help?
Option 1: Internship Information
Visit the Internship Information page to learn how internships work at Boise State, how to find one, and what to do if you want to get academic credit. (This is where you need to go if you plan to register for academic credit for your internship!)
Option 2: Past Internships
See where other Boise State students have interned to get ideas about what type of internship you could do, and what organizations you might approach about an internship.
Option 3: Handshake
Search for internships and other relevant experiences on Handshake. Handshake is Career Services’ online job posting system. Log in to search for posted internship opportunities (but don’t forget to also search for unposted opportunities as well!).
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Option 4: Work U
Learn about Work U, a different way of getting internship experience. Instead of finding your own internship, we place you into an existing opportunity based on your interests.
Option 5: Job Search Resources
Learn job search strategies you can use to find internships, market yourself, write resumes, and interview in the Job Search section of the Virtual Career Center.
Option 6: Career Services Appointments
Want personalized assistance? Make an appointment with Career Services. Choose between in-person, video, or email.