Internships

Internships are the most popular way to obtain career-related experience. Most students seek summer internships, though some intern during the semester. Most students graduate with 1-2 internships. This provides additional time to add study abroad, volunteer/service, summer school, and other valuable opportunities for personal and professional development.

Common questions

• When should I begin my search?
  Begin early in the fall and continue through late spring.

• Can first year students find internships?
  Yes, though realize that some employers may require sophomore or junior status.

• Where are internships posted?
  Internships are posted in ePACK, the UCC's on-line system.

• Are internships paid?
  All technical internships are paid. Most non-technical internships are paid.

• Should I accept an unpaid internship?
  Yes, they bring the same value to your career development and resume.
  (If unaffordable, accept it part-time and supplement with paid part-time work.)

• Can I receive credit for an internship?
  Most departments @ NC State do not offer credit. Check with yours to be sure.

• Is research experience considered an internship?
  Yes, research with faculty is considered career-related experience.
  It's a great choice if you're considering graduate school.

• Can I intern during the semester?
  Many employers offer part-time internships that work well with your school schedule.
  A few employers offer full-time semester internships.

• Can an internship lead to a full-time job?
  Yes, it is the most popular hiring trend of employers.

• What is co-op and how is it different?
  Co-op is an additional way to gain career-related experience. Pay a fee to maintain student status.
  Tradtional co-op: 3 alternating semesters.
  Semester co-op: 1 semester part-time.

• Is there a fee to use the UCC?
  No, there is never a fee to use our services.