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 a stipend for my unpaid internship?
Applications are 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 by the end of 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.
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 and the requirements for funding?
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. The requirements are here:
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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.