Internships
Completing an internship during your time at Miami University allows you to apply your classroom learning to hands-on job experiences. Internships are key experiential learning opportunities that will help you clarify your personal, professional, and academic goals.
Why Intern?
Internships unlock future career opportunities. Studies show that students who complete an internship while in college are more likely to secure a full-time role after graduation. They also tend to have higher starting salaries.
This experience can help you to:
- Enhance your resume with practical experience and technical skills
- Refine your people skills like communication, teamwork, and problem-solving
- Gain an understanding of professional etiquette and workplace norms
- Build or expand your professional network
- Preview potential career paths
Find an Internship
Request Academic Credit for Your Internship Experience
Complete our Internship Request Form in Handshake for your internship experience to be documented and/or to receive academic or credit for it. Your internship can be paid or unpaid but should be in a degree-related field.
Your internship can take place in any semester/term. If you hope to be awarded academic credit, be sure to follow the posted deadlines on the One Stop’s site.
Contact exp-edu@MiamiOH.edu with any questions.
Your Internship: Your Future
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Student Grants and Awards
Need financial assistance to pursue an internship or a research experience?
Students on the Oxford campus can apply for funding to help complete an internship, conduct research, or purchase needed professional attire.
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