Academic Internship Program
Set Yourself Up for Success
At RMU, we believe internships are an important part of your college experience. Internships offer you an opportunity to explore options and clarify career goals, apply classroom knowledge to the real world, increase self-confidence, build a professional network, and gain relevant experience. In addition, according to the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) Job Outlook 2024, “When employers are deciding between candidates who are otherwise equally qualified for the same position, having an internship is the top deciding factor.”
Through the Academic Internship Program, students have the option to apply to receive academic credit for an internship experience. To be eligible for the program, the student and the internship position must be approved by the Academic Department. Approved students will enroll in an academic internship course.
Important Information for Students
Majors Not Processed by the Career Center
The Career Center does not oversee the internship or experiential learning application process for all majors. Students in the following majors should contact their academic department regarding the process for practicums, internships, clinicals and/or student teaching experiences:
- Criminal Justice
- Education
- Health Administration
- Health Sciences
- History and Political Science
- Interdisciplinary Studies
- Nursing
- Psychology
International Students:
- Please visit the Application Process for International Students page for step-by-step instructions to apply for academic internship credit and Curricular Practical Training (CPT).
- Check out the International Students page for additional tips and important information.
Questions?
If you have any questions, please contact:
- Linda Graziani, grazianil@rmu.edu
- Rockwell School of Business
- Beth Miller, millerb@rmu.edu
- School of Engineering and Science
- School of Communication and Media
- School of Data Intelligence and Technology
