Internships

Dictionary.com defines an Internship as any official or formal program to provide practical experience for beginners in an occupation or profession.  According to the WWU Career Services Center; an internship can be part-time or full-time, paid or unpaid. Some internships last only one quarter, some are as long as a year. Academic credit may or may not be available for various internships, depending on a student's major.

In other words, internships are a means of gaining professional experience in a field of interest.  Sometimes you can get paid for internships, sometimes you will volunteer your time.  Some internships will help you earn college credit, others will not.  Regardless, internships are a great way to gain first hand experience in possible career choices, build skills, develop your resumes and begin building a personal network.  If you have any interest in an internship or questions regarding them visit the Career Services Center in 280 Old Main, 360.650.3240, www.careers.wwu.edu