Internships

Students who participate in internships gain:

• Academic credit toward their majors
• A head start in their chosen careers
• An introduction to the professional world
• Practice in skills like written and oral communication, leadership, organization, teamwork, flexibility, and critical thinking
• Networking opportunities
• Resume-building experience

Internship Types
Students may participate in internships for academic credit, or paid internships for which no credit is awarded. Career Services offers more information about the types of internships available to students.

Minimum Requirements for Internships
Undergraduate students eligible for internships will have completed 60 credits overall. They should have completed at least 12 credits within their majors, with a major GPA of 2.75 or higher. Graduate students eligible for internships must be in good academic standing with a 3.0 GPA or higher.

Internships Around the World
St. John's University offers some international internships to undergraduate students in their junior year who meet the language prerequisites for each program. Opportunities are available for both graduate and undergraduate students in Paris, Limerick, and Rome, and include positions at government offices, local universities, private companies, and nongovernmental organizations (NGOs).