The English Department Internship Program
What a student will do with their degree in English after graduation is often the source of comedians' jokes, parents' concern, and students' confusion but in fact employers know that the ability to think analytically and express yourself lucidly are eminently marketable skills. Contrary to popular opinion, the options for graduates with a degree in English are various and many. You may well be surprised at the range and variety of career fields that welcome prospective hires with the demonstrated ability to analyze, organize, and clearly express their ideas in writing.
Or perhaps you're already well aware of the value of your skills and have set clear goals for your future but now you're looking for a way to enhance your resume and give yourself that step up in the search for your first job?
Either way, Rhet 495 The English Department Internship Program could be among the most important classes of your academic career, providing you with practical knowledge, "real world" experience, and invaluable contacts.
Apply now for Summer Session or Fall 2012 Semester.
SUMMER INTERNS
must find their own placements and apply to Rhet 495 to receive university credit for those internships. Information is available on this site for
- finding internships,
- securing housing (#4), and
- applying for summer internship funding
There is no specific cut-off date for qualified majors to apply to Rhet 495 to receive academic credit for a summer internship but it is simpler to make those arrangements before leaving Binghamton for the summer. On the other hand, many desireable internships have early deadlines for applying for their positions so don't delay beginning your search.
FALL INTERNS
For internships in the Binghamton area during the Fall Semester, you apply first to the program and the program will help to facilitate a placement for you.
The DEADLINE FOR FALL 2012 INTERNSHIP APPLICATIONS
has passed but opportunities might still be available.
INTERESTED STUDENTS SHOULD LOOK OVER THE ELIGIBILITY AND REQUIREMENTS INFORMATION ON THIS SITE AND QUALIFIED STUDENTS SHOULD CONTACT PROF. GELINEAU FOR MORE INFORMATION.
Sponsors
Sponsors interested in offering an internship opportunity to English majors can find basic information about our program by clicking on Sponsors on the left navigation bar, and then contacting Christine Gelineau, the program director.
