Internships

Unlock Your Future with Internships

Internships are your golden ticket to standing out in the competitive job market after graduation. Did you know?

  • 70% of employers hire interns every year.
  • Interns earn up to 12% more money than non-interns
  • 50% of students with internship experience report receiving job offers, compared to a 16% drop in job offers for those without internships.
  • Internships boost your hiring odds by 85%.

Why Pursue an Internship?

  1. Work Experience
    • Internships provide hands-on learning, letting you apply classroom concepts in real-world settings.
    • Don’t have an employer in mind? No problem! Tarleton’s Handshake employment system connects you to personalized opportunities.
    • Explore opportunities with major regional employers like BNSF Railway and GM Financial.
    • Struggling to find a placement? Tarleton’s Career Services team is here to guide you:
  2. Earn Academic Credit
    • Combine your work experience with academic advancement. Collaborate with your internship coordinator to align your internship with academic requirements.
    • Your experience counts—literally! Gain course credits while boosting your resume.
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Want an internship but can’t find a prospective employer? Reach out to your Career Development Coordinator, Summer Miller! She would be happy to help you find relevant opportunities to help set you up for a successful career once you graduate!

Email: smiller1@tarleton.edu

Phone: (254) 968-9715

Apply for Internship Experience on Handshake

How to Get Started

  1. Secure an Internship
    • Ensure it aligns with your academic and career goals
  2. Meet with your academic advisor
    • Discuss your degree requirements and whether your internship fits into your degree plan
  3. Submit your Internship Experience in Handshake
    • Click the Apply for Internship Experience on Handshake button located on the right-hand side of the page to begin your application process.
  4. Receive approval for your Internship Experience
    • You must receive approval before you can enroll in your Internship class
  5. Register for your Internship course
    • Once you receive approval, the internship coordinator will reach out via email with final details for enrollment