The purpose of the internship program is to strengthen the professional skills and expertise of HDFS students. Through internships, students earn college credit while participating in meaningful tasks and learning related to their major and overall career goals. Local HDFS agencies and organizations mentor and supervise interns while on-site and interacting with clients. Student interns correspond regularly with site and faculty supervisors to reflect on their experiences and to fulfill internship learning objectives.
Explores professions and
internship preparation
3 credits
Offered every term
Field experience, observation,
and career exposure
4 credits - 90 hours
Offered every term
In-depth experience to apply
skills and assist clients
12 credits - 300 hours
Offered every term
Students are responsible for researching sites that interest you and provide the experience you are seeking. If you need assistance finding an internship site, please set up a meeting with a Career or Peer Advisor. If you are interested in a site that is not on the list, you must get it approved by your Faculty Internship Supervisor.
The early childhood degree internship is a course progression of HDFS 330, 331, and 433. Go here to learn more about the placement process.
Interesting in hosting an intern? Find employer overview here.