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Locating an Internship

Here are some useful links for locating an internship:

*An asterisk indicates a site regularly used by Goucher interns.

Goucher Internship Resources

Previously completed internships
List of internship sites used by Goucher students since Fall 2002.  Use this list to contact employers who have previously hosted Goucher interns. The list is organized according to major (internship course), state and employer name.  Click on the tabs at the bottom to switch which way the list is organized. Contact the CDO if you have any questions or want to practice ways of approaching employers.  

eRecruiting.com
eRecruiting is an online service for Goucher students and alums to access full-time and part-time jobs, and internship listings.  This database is sponsored by the CDO.

Internships-USA
Largest internship site on the web with more than 3000 organizations offering internships and summer jobs.  The username is "work" and the password is "credit".

Top Internships in Many Fields

The National Aquarium in Baltimore
The National Aquarium, located in the heart of Baltimore's Inner Harbor, has internship opportunities available throughout the year.  Students must volunteer 120 hours per semester and can choose to work with animals, plants, community affairs, conservation, education, development, information technology, marketing, media relations, or training.  Deadlines to apply: November 1 for winter and spring semesters, March 1 for summer, May 1 for fall semester. 

Baltimore Collegetown Network
Check out the Collegetown's internship page to see what Baltimore-area companies are looking for interns. 

Department of Labor, Licensing & Regulation to modify the Maryland Workforce Exchange
Please visit the website and follow the instructions below to access the opportunities.
Step one:  access www.mwejobs.com. Step two: click on “jobseeker services” icon.  Step three:  click on the “career resources” link. Step four:  scroll down the page to “internship opportunities” to see the list of employers who are recruiting interns. Step five:  click on the company link to be directed to the employer’s college recruitment page.

Wolf Trap: Foundation for the Performing Arts
Wolf Trap’s Internship Program provides project-based training and experience to approximately 40 interns annually. Interns become integral members of the staff working side-by-side with professionals producing, promoting and administrating all aspects of the performing arts. Wolf Trap has a variety of different internships offered in the following departments: grant writing, graphic design, web communications, public relations, etc. Internships are part time (maximum of 24 hours per week) and 12 weeks in duration for fall, spring and summer.

Arts Internship Resources

Art on Purpose*
Art on Purpose interns will advise and mentor Baltimore City middle school and high school students in exploring the relationship between their art and their city. The internship includes working on several summer projects that would include (but not be limited to) the following tasks: art handling, installation and de-installation of shows, promotion, and staffing events. Contact Eden Coughlin at 410-243-4753 for more detailed information.

Art with a Heart*
Art with a Heart brings visual art to disadvantaged families and children in the Baltimore area, including those with learning or physical disabilities. The goal is for participants to build self-confidence and creativity through self-expression.  

School 33 Art Center
Interns at School 33, a program of the Baltimore Office of Promotion and the Arts, assist with arts education programs, exhibitions and graphic design about 14 hours a week. The organization provides opportunities and education for area artists through exhibitions, classes, workshops, programs and events. Interns should be familiar with software such as Adobe Creative Suite and be self-directed.

Maryland Art Place
MAP is a nonprofit devoted to contemporary arts located in the Inner Harbor. In addition to a gallery, MAP  produces performances and the Maryland Visual Artists’ Registry. They host internships throughout the year for students interested in hands-on experience in the arts. Tasks may include gallery preparation/installation, Registry maintenance, data entry, research, administrative support and assistance with gallery receptions.

Maryland Citizens for the Arts/MCA Foundation
MCA seeks students looking for a serious internship in arts advocacy. Especially needed is an intern to assist with the Maryland Arts Day Conference to be held February 9, 2010 in Annapolis and to assist with advocacy efforts for the 2010 legislative session. MD Arts Day draws 500 people involved in the arts for the dual purpose of showing support for the arts to elected officials and of participating in professional development workshops. Current initiatives include the Emerging Arts Advocates and Local Arts Activists Teams. To apply, send an email of interest and let them know about your career interests and how this internship fits in as well as the days/times you are available each week and the dates you would like to complete the internship.

New York Foundation for the Arts
NYC based arts organizations post internship and job opportunities on this site.  Most opportunities are museum and gallery related.  Free to register.

Walters Art Museum*
Baltimore's Walters Art Museum, located in Mount Vernon, provides both paid and unpaid internship opportunities for undergraduate and graduate-level students.  The competitive paid internship takes place each summer, the deadline for which is in February.  Unpaid internships are available year-round.  The deadlines are as follows: for fall-- July; for January term-- October; spring-- November; summer-- April.

Baltimore Museum of Art*
Another great Baltimore arts institution, the BMA lists employment openings on this site.

Kennedy Center
About 20 students and recent graduates pursuing performing arts management and/or arts education intern at the famed Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. each semester.  Internships are full-time and last three to four months; interns receive a stipend of $225 a week.  The deadlines are as follows: for fall-- June; for winter/spring-- October; summer-- March.

Baltimore Symphony Orchestra*
Part-time internships in arts administration at the BSO include public relations, development and special event planning.

Greater Baltimore Cultural Alliance
GBCA lists jobs, internships, volunteer opportunities and events related to the arts.

Wide Angle Youth Media*
This Baltimore City non-profit organization connects youth with education in media arts, including photography and videography.  They rely on dedicated interns to assist with their programming.

Americans for the Arts
A job bank with nationwide internship opportunities.

American Association of Museums
The American Association of Museums Job Headquarters allows job seekers to browse open positions at member museums or to post their resumes. 

Smithsonian Institution
Details about the Smithsonian Institution's selective internship program, including locations and dates, can be found here.  A few tips for applying to the Smithsonian Institution's internship programs: some museum experience is very helpful; internships are less competitive during the fall and spring and are rare during the winter; apply three months in advance; deadlines are generally 7/15 for the fall, 10/15 for the spring and 2/15 for the summer.

Smithsonian Alternative Winter Break Program
The Alternative Winter Break Program provides an opportunity for students located in the DC area during the winter break to spend time at the Museum contributing to the on-going activities of the NMNH community. Project focus and intensity varies greatly. An intern can work 1-5 weeks and should contact Mary Sangrey, the Head of the Office of Academic Services at sangreym@si.edu if interested.

National Museum of American History
The Smithsonian's American History branch offers about 150 internship positions each year.  See tips listed under Smithsonian Institution.

National Museum of Natural History
The Natural History branch of the Smithsonian also hosts about 150 interns each year. See tips listed under Smithsonian Institution.

Nana Projects
The Nana Projects internships are studio-based informal training and work experience.The positions also include support staff tasks for current projects and may include work as technical crew, workshop assistant and light office work, dependent on current productions. Internships are typically 12-15 weeks long and require 8-10 hours per week. Contact molly@nanaprojects.com for more detailed information about the internships.

Business Internship Resources

The Business Press Educational Foundation
Those interested in the world of business media can conduct internships at any of the 5,000 member publications.

Business Week's List of the Best Business Internships
Business Week looks at what an internship means today-- and what it can do for you in the future.

World Trade Center Institute: Maryland's Premier Global Business Partner
Internships at the WTCI offer practical hands-on business experience and unparalleled networking opportunities. All interns will complete a semester project, which is presented to the WTCI staff at the end of the term. Internships are available in the following areas: Operations and Client Services, Business Development and Sales, International Visitors Program and Client Services, Marketing and Events, and Finance & IT. The fall application deadline is July 1st. Please contact Nina Bankova at nina@wtci.org for more information.

McCormick & Company
The Hunt Valley-based spice company seeks interns for their company, which was founded in 1889. Interested students should log onto their website, click on "Careers" in the bottom right corner, then search for "internship" in the job finder.

Communications/Media

Goucher Communications & Media Studies internships*

National Public Radio
Students interested in challenging internship opportunity can apply to work at NPR, the acclaimed producer/distributor of noncommerical radio, at their offices in Washington D.C. or Culver City, CA. Interns choose from about 50 different programs in broadcasting or support based on their interests and goals. Deadlines to apply are February 15 for a summer internship, July 15 for the fall and November 15 for winter/spring.

Academy of Television Arts & Sciences
This 6-8 week full-time, summer internship program in Hollywood provides undergraduates interested in pursuing a career in television with hands-on experience.  Interns must have a car and handle their own food, transportation and housing costs; however, a $4,000 stipend is awarded to each intern.  The deadline for this internship is generally in March.

Society of Professional Journalists
The SPJ site provides information about three internship programs as well as a handful of fellowships, scholarships and other resources for journalism students.

American Society of Newspaper Editors
Here you are able to search for newspaper internships by state, season, and type of work.  The site also includes a "career bank" and a discussion of why journalism is a worthwhile field.

Pennsylvania Newspaper Association
Their internship guide can be searched for daily or non-daily publications by city.

New Jersey Collegiate Press Association
This organization runs a summer internship program in which eight journalism students are placed at newspapers in New Jersey and receive $300 a week for their work; applications are due in November.  They also have a list of 128 newspaper internships and part-time jobs.

Dow Jones Newpaper Fund
This media company offers four summer internship programs: news copy editing, sports copy editing, online editing and business reporting.  Deadline for applications is November 1.

USA Today
USA Today's internships are conducted year-round at their offices in McLean, VA.

New Jersey Newspaper Foundation
Open only to New Jersey residents and students attending colleges in New Jersey, this organization accepts eight interns each summer.

TV Jobs
A comprehensive media directory for broadcast television careers and internships.

Entertainment Careers
Listing over 700 internships, mostly in Los Angeles and New York, this site is a must-see for those interested in the entertainment industry.

NBC Universal Television
With affiliated locations across the country, NBC Universal offers internships to students interested in broadcast journalism.

Maryland Public Television
Open to all Maryland college students, these internships cater to students going into public broadcasting.

MSNBC
For those seriously considering a career in broadcast journalism, MSNBC internships take place year-round in Rockefeller Plaza, New York City.

New York Women in Communications, Inc.  Foundation
Search these listings of New York City media internships by type of work.

Community & Leadership Internship Resources

Breakthrough Collaborative
This national nonprofit is ranked as a Top Ten Internship site by the Princeton Review. By pairing college and high school students with high-potential, low-income middle schoolers, Breakthrough Collaborative builds upon a role model relationship to show that it is cool to be smart. Their motto is "students teaching students." Success rates are high, as the majority of student participants go on to pursue higher education and mentors often go into a career in education. With 30 sites nationwide, intern teachers can choose from locations such as Washington D.C., Long Island, New York, or Philadelphia.

Caring for Kaela (CFK) Internship
CFK is an all volunteer international children's organization whose vision is to empower the lives of destitute children in Chad, Central Africa. As an intern, you will help write international development grants to fund programs in Africa in the areas of education to employment for orphans and vulnerable children, community capacity-building, peace-building and international policy and advocacy. For more information, please contact Nathalie at 410-602-5359.

Governor's Summer Internship Program
The internship is an opportunity for undergraduates from various majors to build valuable skills, explore career choices within branches of Maryland state government. The program offers paid internship opportunities to college juniors and seniors attending Maryland institutions. Participating interns work throughout the summer and receive a $3000 stipend. Applications are generally due at the end of March, however, if you have questions or need more information contact Christine Routzahn at routzahn@umbc.edu.

International Rescue Committee Internship
Founded in 1933, the International Rescue Committee (IRC) is a leading, non-sectarian, non-profit organization providing emergancy relief, protection, rehabilitation assistance, resettlement services, and advocacy for refugees and victims of oppression or violent conflict. An internship with the IRC will provide you with an opportunity to work directly with our Case Management and Resettlement Service Teams. Please note all internships are unpaid but school credit is possible. If you have any questions contact Jessica Li at jessica.li@theirc.org.

Insight Collaborative
Insight Collaborative is a nonprofit organization committed to resolving conflict and improving relationships around the world. IC helps governments, non-governmental organizations, charities, nonprofits, small companies, individuals and otherwise underserved populations manage conflict more effectively. Through intensive training and coaching, IC assists Fellows in developing and implementing innovative programs throughout the world in a series of three month placements. Applications for 2010 are now available.

Parks and People Foundation
Since 1984, the Parks & People Foundation has worked to improve the quality of life in Baltimore's neighborhoods. As an intern, you can delve into a variety of issues facing the city including the restoration of neighborhoods and their natural resources as well as the academic enrichment and motivation of children. For more information or to apply contact mary.washington@parksandpeople.org

Office of Congressman John P. Sarbanes
Serving as an intern in a Congressional office is an exciting and rewarding opportunity. They are seeking hard-working and dedicated college students. As an intern, you will gain first hand experiences and valuable insight into the legislative process, the importance of casework and the value of Constituent and Community outreach. To send a resume and cover letter e-mail: employment@mail.house.gov. If you have any questions call the Intern Coordinator at 410.832.8890

 Stimson Center
The Henry L. Stimson Center is looking for interns who can focus on areas of research, professional development and project administrations. It's for highly motivated interns who are searching for a professional and educational experience to look for ways in which non-profit organizations can contribute to the understanding of issues in international and homeland security.
For questions or to apply contact: internships@stimson.org

Consulting Internship Resources

Bain and Company
The Associate Consultant Internship program allows undergrads to collect data, execute analysis, and present insights in a professional environment.

Dance Internship Resources

ClancyWorks Dance Company
A Silver Spring, MD-based non-profit dance company seeks a detail-oriented intern for arts administration duties, including grant writing, marketing and fundraising. The company's mission is "to increase the public appetite for and understanding of the arts by presenting high quality dance performances and educational programs." Contact Allison Pearsall at 301.717.9271 to commit 10-12 hours a week.

Dance USA*
A dance service organization with headquarters in DC.  Satellite offices are in NYC, DC and Philadelphia. Local jobs and internships are listed for each.

Education Internship Resources

US Department of Education
Available all year, the government internship program relies on student volunteers to take responsibility on policy projects.

Building Educational Leaders for Life (BELL)*
An afterschool and summer program that provides children with academic and social skills, this nation-wide organization has sites in Baltimore, Boston, Detroit, New York City, and Springfield, Mass.

Environmental Internship Resources

Environmental Internships
Available through Goucher's environmental sustainability website, this link provides an overview of a number of environmentally-focused internship opportunities.

Greenpeace
Greenpeace interns perform a variety of tasks, depending on location, year, and interests surrounding environmental protection-- these include student networking, action units, grassroots organizing, oceans, forests, IT, and fundraising. Internships take place in San Francisco, Chicago, New York and Washington D.C.

Greenpeace Organizing Term
A semester-long advanced training program for student activists.  This program is active, hands-on, and focused on developing leaders in environmental activism.
   
ECO Jobs
The Environmental Career Opportunities (ECO) site has extensive lists of jobs and internships available in environmental studies.  Search by state or by date posted.

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
This government office offers fellowships, scholarships, internships, and additional programs in Washington, D.C. and other national locations. 

U.S. Department of Energy Office of Science
Internships conducting research or teaching in the fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics.

Smithsonian Environmental Research Center
The Smithsonian program offers opportunities to conduct terrestrial, atmospheric, and estuarine environmental research within the disciplines of ecology, biology, chemistry, microbiology, botany, zoology, mathematics, and physics. Projects are also offered in environmental education and environmental information management.

Orion Grassroots Network
Search "green" jobs and internships by state or internationally through this grassworks network.

Sustainable Business "Green" Jobs
This sustainable-only job bank lists both internship and volunteer opportunities as well as full- and part-time jobs.

Baltimore Green Works
In addition to planning an annual Green Week, this nonprofit organizes free and low-cost events year-round, such as the Ecoball and Sustainable Speaker series. Interns help the organization, which has only one full-time staff member, with daily operations for their environmental endeavors.

Marshy Point Nature Center
This 500-acre nature reserve in Baltimore County seeks interns to assist with programming, event planning, and exhibits. Students should be interested in the outdoors/natural sciences and have solid communication skills.

Maryland Conservation/Maryland League of Conservation Voters*
One of the state's leading advocacy organizations, this organization works to pass pro-conservation laws at the state level and engage voters about conservation issues year-round. They are looking for interns to work on the Southern Maryland Global Warming Campaign, the Baltimore County Connections Project, web communications, and political/legislative campaigns.

The Nature Conservancy
This international conservation group works in all 50 states as well as 30 nations. Internships can be found online on a state-by-state basis.

Foreign Language/Multicultural Internship Resources

Hispanic Apostolate--Esperanza Center*
Interning at the Esperanza Center will expose students to different Spanish-speaking cultures and the many gifts, talents and contributions these cultures bring to ours. There are three main areas of focus that interns could work in at the Center, including teaching English as a second language, working in the health care office, or providing support in the immigration department with more legal issues. For more information, please contact Rosa Azcarate at razarate@cc-md.org.

Education Based Latino Outreach (EBLO)
EBLO, serving Baltimore's Hispanic community since 1980, relies on volunteers and interns to operate its Escuela Sabitina (Saturday School), Mi Segunda Casa (My Second Home) after school program for elementary students, Cruzando el Puente (Crossing the Bridge) middle school after school program, Entermos al Futuro (Digital Village) computer lab, and annual LatinoFest each summer.

CASA de Maryland
This Silver Spring-based advocacy organization is seeking interns for a variety of programs and projects, ranging from graphic design to English tutoring and marketing to legal expertise. Volunteers serve at their Baltimore or Silver Spring locations.

American Friends Service Committee*
The Middle Atlantic chapter of this Quaker organization offers several programs in Baltimore: Maryland Peace with Justice, Baltimore Urban Peace, Youth Empowerment through Conflict Resolution, and Project VOICE. Their goal is to listen to those in the communities they serve, and work with them to build on their strengths and address their needs. For more information, contact Volunteer Coordinator Sandi Morton.

MORA-MD Office for Refugees & Asylees
At the Maryland Office for Refugees and Asylees (MORA) interns learn about domestic workings of refugee resettlement, a program with international reach and local implications, one that gives victims of intimidation and violence throughout the world a new start in American communities. Interns are given a range of assignments, from independent research and advocacy projects to administrative support. If you have any question or wish to apply contact Martin Ford.

FIRN-Resources for the Foreign Born
FIRN is a great opportunity for students to intern at if they wish to increase their foreign language skills, especially in conversation. Students interact with foreign born individuals and gain a greater understanding of different cultures. FIRN believes community is stronger and richer because of its diversity, and values the differences of cultures and peoples. FIRN has a variety of opportunities and tasks for its interns. To check out these opportunities and learn more, visit their website or call 410-992-1923 ext. 14.

The National MultiCultural Institute
The mission of the National MultiCultural Institute (NMCI) is to work with individuals, organizations, and communities to facilitate personal and systemic change to build an inclusive society that is strengthened and empowered by its diversity. The responsibilities of the intern varies depending on where in the organization the student is placed/decides to work. All internships help the organization further its goals and mission. For more information, please contact nmci@nmci.org.

Government and Legal Internship Resources

American Agricultural Economics Association
Individuals looking for internships or jobs in agricultural economics can search here.

American Political Science Association
This site, devoted to "networking a world of scholars," offers resources and links to political science internships. 

Economic Strategy Institute
Selective fall, spring and summer internships at ESI give students a chance to serve as research assistants on ongoing projects at the Institute.

Federal Bureau of Investigation
The FBI also offers an extensive internship program.  Be sure to note the deadlines for these as well-- for a summer internship, apply by September.

Governor's Summer Internship Program
The internship is an opportunity for undergraduates from various majors to build valuable skills, explore career choices within branches of Maryland state government. The program offers paid internship opportunities to college juniors and seniors attending Maryland institutions. Participating interns work throughout the summer and receive a $3000 stipend. Applications are generally due at the end of March, however, if you have questions or need more information contact Christine Routzahn at routzahn@umbc.edu.

Homeland Security Internship
For students with Arabic language skills interested in security studies, the Homeland Security Internship is a great option.  The intensive, eight-week program is conducted at FBI or Homeland Security Headquarters; interns receive 12 college credits and have all expenses paid. 

Making the Difference
From the Partnership for Public Service, this site gives information about navigating a federal government job search, with specific information on internships.

Maryland Department of Transportation Internship Program
Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT) Fellows are given the opportunity to see the rewards and challenges of working within the field of transportation. Interns gain valuable exposure to the tremendous workforce behind MDOT while developing policy papers in teams that address significant issues facing MDOT today. Participating students earn $3,500 during their 8 week internships. Applications to apply are generally due at the end of March.  For more information, please contact Christine Routzahn at routzahn@umbc.edu.

Maryland General Assembly
Interns must have the approval of the college/university sponsoring professor to participate. You must have at least a 3.0 GPA but a student with a lower GPA may still participate if recommended by a sponsor and accepted by the intern coordinator. For any questions contact Peggy Schmeltzer at 410-946-5124 or 301-970-5124

U.S. Department of State
The deadlines for the State Department internship program come quite early.  To apply for a summer internship, the deadline is November; for fall, the deadline is February; for spring, the deadline is July.

Health Internship Resources

Associations of Schools of Public Health
A substantial list of internships and fellowships in public health.

American Medical Student Association
Scroll to the bottom of the page to see the four internship programs that this organization offers to aspiring physicians.

World Health Organization
Selective winter and summer internships available to graduate students interested in the work of WHO.

National Institute of Health
Summer internships in biomedical research in Bethesda, Baltimore, Frederick, and across the country.

Kaiser Family Foundation
A 12-week summer internship in health reporting in Washington D.C. and Boston.

Children's Defense Fund
Interns assist child health policy experts by answering phone calls, drafting memos, etc.  Preference is given to those earning their Master's in Public Health.

Centers for Disease Control
Browse a variety of student jobs, internships, and employment opportunities-- including a work-study job at the CDC.

Partners in Health
For students and young professionals seeking experience in the fields of health and/or social justice.

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Paid and non-paid internships for (at least) part-time students are offered at DHHS.

Global Health Council
Year-round internships in public health and advocacy in Washington, D.C. and Vermont.

History Internship Resources

National Park Service & National Council for Preservation Education
The National Park Service, in partnership with the National Council for Preservation Education, offers historic preservation internships.  The program is designed to allow students in historic preservation programs and allied disciplines to gain an awareness of National Park Service cultural resource management activities and to provide an opportunity to work alongside professionals in the field of historic preservation.  A variety of positions in preservation and related fields are being offered at the National Park Service and partnering agencies. 

Lost Towns Project*
Dedicated to unearthing the "lost towns" of colonial-era Anne Arundel County, Lost Towns Project interns get hands-on experience with historical research, archaeological field work, and/or laboratory methods.  Work is conducted in labs and fieldwork in the Annapolis area with flexible scheduling.

Hampton National Historical Site*
The largest house in the United States when it was completed in 1790, the Hampton National Historical Site is a historical treasure literally across the street from Goucher. They seek interns interested in art, history, agriculture/horticulture, preservation, policy work, publications and visitor services. Operated by the National Parks Service, interning at Hampton is a great way to learn more about work in the federal government.

International Internship Resources

Goucher International Internships

Mental Health Internship Resources

Goucher Psychology Department internships

Kennedy Krieger Institute*
Baltimore's specialists in developmental disabilities, KKI has hosted many Goucher students in the past. Behavioral Psychology offers many internship options but students can intern for other departments in KKI as well.  Students should look at least 3 months in advance to apply for field placement or practicum in Behavioral Psychology.  Student volunteers cannot be called “interns” as this title is held for doctoral students. For questions or more information, please contact Dr. Jennifer Crokett at crockettlj@kennedykrieger.org.

National Institute of Mental Health
A federal mental health program through the National Institute of Health, this site lists job and internship opportunities in many organizations.

Sheppard Pratt Hospital*
The Sheppard Pratt Health System is a very active, private setting for behavioral health treatment located in Towson. It is recommended to allow 3-4 months for the application process, which includes an interview, background check, orientation and TB test.  Students are placed based on their interests, availability and fit with the unit.  Only two interns work in a unit at one time.  Reliability is a must, and experience with children is a plus for students interested in pediatric programs. For questions or more information, please contact Shannon Walsh at 410-938-4850 or fill out the volunteer information form on the website.

Undergraduate Psychology Summer Internship at Pace University
The goal of the training program is to provide summer interns with the opportunity to experience the diverse functions of a professional psychologist in a university counseling center. This opportunity includes scholarly research, outreach and consultation program development as well as some clinical work. Applicants are encouraged to submit applications starting November 30th, 2009 with the final deadline on January 16, 2010. If you have any questions, please contact the Counseling Center at 212-346-1526.

Nonprofit Internship Resources

Idealist
Offers information on 20,000 nonprofit and community organizations in 150 countries, which you can search or browse by name, location or mission.  Learn about thousands of volunteer opportunities in your community and around the world, and review a list of organizations that can help you volunteer abroad.  Provides information on nonprofit jobs, internships, career fairs and career resources.

Maryland Nonprofit Leadership Program is an opportunity for undergraduates from various majors to build valuable skills, explore career choices within the nonprofit sector and gain experience managing and leading public service organizations. The Leadership Program offers paid internship opportunities in the non-profit sector to college junior and seniors attending Maryland institutions. Participating interns work throughout the summer and receive a $3000 stipend. Applications are generally due at the end of March, however, if you have questions or need more information contact Christine Routzahn at routzahn@umbc.edu.

Publishing Internship Resources

Urbanite Magazine
Editorial, art, production, advertising and administrative interns at Baltimore's monthly magazine support the staff in their office at Clipper Mill. Interested students should submit a resume, cover letter, samples of writing and/or art, and availability to Urbanite.

Agora, Inc.
A publishing company located in historic Mt. Vernon, Agora is responsible for financial, health, travel and special interest books and newsletters. Eight buildings hold the staff of 350. Agora offers career opportunities for ambitious, enthusiastic, and creative individuals for all levels of employment.

Bancroft Press*
Bancroft Press is a general interest book publisher in Baltimore who publishes the work of "in the trenches" journalists and other professionals. Students looking to intern here can send a cover letter and resume to bruceb@bancroftpress.com or bruce.bortz@gmail.com

Brookes Publishing
Students looking to get hands-on experience in the editorial and/or marketing aspects of publishing can intern at this independent publishing company. Located in Towson, Brookes has produced works on early childhood, special education, developmental and learning disabilities, communication, language, behavior and mental health for 30 years.

Science and Research Internship Resources

Research Experiences for Undergraduates
The National Science Foundation funds a large number of research opportunities for undergraduate students through its REU Sites program. Each student is associated with a specific research project, where he/she works closely with the faculty and other researchers. Students are granted stipends and, in many cases, assistance with housing and travel.

Science.gov
Search engine for government science information and research results.

American Association for the Advancement of Science
Paid and volunteer internship opportunities at Science Magazine as well as several other organizations.

American Psychological Association
A springboard from which psychology students can leap into the world of research.

Association for Women in Science
Internships in marketing, publications, advocacy, and grant writing as they relate to science.

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Information on scholarships, internships and fellowships through NOAA.

Special Populations Internship Resources

American  Association of Advertising Agencies' Multicultural Advertising Intern Program (MAIP)
Students of color may apply to earn a 10-week, paid position at an advertising firm.

The Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network
Interested students may apply for an Events Internship.

GLAAD
Nationwide internships in marketing, events, membership and digital media as it relates to the Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation.

Victory Fund- GBLT
Washington, D.C. internships available to students interested in LGBT political activism.

INROADS
Paid, year-long internships in business and industry for minority youth.

Human Rights Campaign
Students looking for hands-on experience in LGBT activism are paired with specific departments within the Human Rights Campaign.

Public Leadership Education Network
A Washington, D.C.-based organization targeting women in leadership roles.

Technology Internship Resources

National Science Foundation Science and Technology Centers
Summer internships at 17 universities in the fields of biology, engineering, geoscience, computer & information science, mathematical and physical sciences.

Apple
Experience behind-the-scenes innovation at Apple's headquarters in Cupertino, California.

Dell
Summer programs across the country are available for undergrads seeking experience in the field of technology.

Microsoft
Microsoft interns are paid and receive benefits while working on real projects for the company.

IBM
Interns and co-ops at IBM have paid technical or non-technical positions with the potential to be hired permanently.

Association of Computing Machinery
Comprehensive list of technology company internships.

Theatre

Playbill
Theater website that also has job listings.  Most job listings are in New York and New England regions.  Search also available for internship listings.

Women's Studies Internship Resources

You Are Never Alone (YANA)*
YANA is a shelter that reaches out to women and girls involved in prostitution and human trafficking survivors. They conduct street outreach, hospitality, trauma counseling/therapy, case management and advocacy. The downtown Baltimore organization has worked with Goucher volunteers in many capacities.

House of Ruth*
The House of Ruth is one of the nation's leading domestic violence centers, helping thousands of women and children to find safety and shelter. Volunteers at House of Ruth can work on the B-More Bags project, providing child care, serving as a hotline counselor, or a legal intern/advocate. Interns can work in Counseling, the Gateway Project, Shelter, Hotline or Community Advocates. If interested, call 410-889-0840.

Feminist Majority Foundation*
The FMF utilizes research and action to empower women economically, socially and politically. Standing strong in the belief that feminists are the majority-- but that this majority must be empowered-- the FMF maintains a comprehensive list of feminist jobs and internships.

Planned Parenthood
Search a variety of volunteer and internship opportunities at Planned Parenthood, the nation's leading sexual and reproductive health care provider, educator and advocate.

Additional Internship Resources

InternWeb
Search for internships in various fields and cities, and sign up for a free newsletter to get the latest and greatest internships via email. Also includes general information on searching and applying for internships.