Our Guarantee
Our legacy of leadership and innovation in experiential education is widely known. We were among the first colleges to guarantee an internship or research placement and it was a shocking idea at the time.
Years later, the extent of our offerings and the depth of our connections are second to none. Our students have the flexibility to pursue incredible opportunities related to their interests and career plans without having to worry about whether they can afford it.
Typically, students of good academic and social standing who have completed the Pathways program take advantage of our Guaranteed Internship program in the summer after their junior year. Funding of up to $4,000 is offered to students participating in an unpaid or underpaid opportunity. Competitive awards up to $20,000 are offered for international experiences.
How much is the stipend?
Students can apply for support up to $4,000.
I’m a current student. How do I get an internship?
The Salisbury Center for Career, Professional and Experiential Education staff works with all students to provide internships. Last summer more than 500 students completed internships. To get started, students should make an appointment to meet with a staff member at the Salisbury Center. Working through the Pathways process, students will develop clarity around their values, interests and skills. Staff work individually with students to assist them in obtaining internship opportunities that will allow students to explore their interests. Additionally, every Monday the Salisbury Center sends a job and internship digest to students via e-mail to alert them to the many already available opportunities.
I’m a current student. How do I get a stipend for my unpaid internship?
Applications are now being accepted for the Endowed Internship Awards. Every summer we are able to provide $40,000 in stipends to support unpaid internships domestically. Applications for these awards are due in March. Students need not have been accepted to their internship before applying for a stipend. Awards are granted contingent upon acceptance to an internship; students have until June 1 to secure the internship.
The Colleges also have three $20,000 awards to support international internships through the Salisbury International Summer Internship Award. There is also the Bickley Award, which supports a student through a $5,000 award to provide an international experience. During the winter break, through another International Internship/Research Award, we are able to support a student with a $5,000 award. The Cohler Award is an additional award that provides a stipend for a summer internship with Eric Cohler Designs and a short term international component over the student’s winter break.
What kind of internship will I get?
Working with a member of the Salisbury Center staff, students identify potential employers and opportunities based on skill levels, interests and geographic preferences. Opportunities will vary, but most students have exciting experiences in their field of choice.
I want to do scientific research. Can I get a research position?
Research opportunities are available every summer both on campus with HWS faculty and in facilities across the country. Based on each student’s individual skill level, the Salisbury Center will work with applicants to prepare them for these competitive opportunities. In rare cases when a research position cannot be secured, the Salisbury Center will work to obtain a comparable internship opportunity.
How do I know if I’ve successfully completed the Pathways program?
By working with an assigned career counselor at the Salisbury Center for Career, Professional and Experiential Education, we will track your progress in Pathways, including appointments, event attendance, and opportunities applications, through a web-based system that students can also access.
Explore Careers. Develop Your Skills.
Schedule an appointment with a Career Counselor to set your course.
Career Services offers many resources to help you find internship opportunities and prepare for the interview. Learn about on-campus and off-campus recruiting events on Handshake. Watch for deadlines in emails from the Salisbury Center.