• An internship is the best way to develop your professional skills, learn about the day-to-day tasks within your field of interest and gain relevant hands on experience.
   
• Participating in an internship is a great way to learn about your interests, skills and professional values. Interning allows you test out potential career choices and can help you discover your ideal work style and preferred work environment.
   
• Internships are a great resume builder.  Employers typically seek candidates with experience, and having at least one internship experience on your resume will speak to your ability to transition into a full-time job.
   
• An internship is a great networking opportunity. It is important to establish strong, relationships with professionals in your field. These individuals may be helpful in your career search, or can be utilized for professional references.
   
• An internship can help you secure a job. There is no guarantee that an internship with a company will lead to a full-time job with the organization, but many companies hire from previous intern pools. Employers hire standout interns  so remember to showcase your skills and professionalism at all times.

Search for listings on CareerLink, Fordham’s job and internship database. This site lists thousands of opportunities just for Fordham students.

Visit the Career Services office. We can help you navigate our job board, recommend additional internship-search sites, and discuss other ways to find internships. After you find an internship you want to apply for, we can also help you write a resume or cover letter.

Attend a Career Fair or other Career Services Networking Event. These events provide a great opportunity to meet employers and learn about internship opportunities with a variety of organizations.

Speak with your Professors or staff in your Academic department.  Professors may have contacts or information on internships available in organizations within your field of interest.

Network. Reach out to personal, professional and academic contacts including family, friends, classmates, faculty and advisors. Many of these individuals will often share similar backgrounds, interests or goals, which can facilitate the development of strong professional relationships. 

There are two ways to receive academic credit for your internship:

Enroll in an internship seminar
Complete a one-on-one internship tutorial

Fordham College Requirements
Students must complete a minimum of 60 credits and a GPA of 3.0 or higher in order to register for an Internship Seminar Course or a Tutorial.

GSB Requirements
Juniors and Seniors can joinan internship seminar course (three credits) Freshman and Sophomores can participate in in internship tutorial (one credit).

Fordham College Liberal Studies
Students must have a minimum of 90 credits in order to register for an Internship Seminar course.

For specific questions regarding eligibility to receive credit, and enrolling in an internship seminar or tutorial, students should reach out directly to their academic deans.

You can receive FREE Ram Van passes from our office if you obtain a letter from your internship supervisor. The letter must:

Be on company letterhead
State that the internship is unpaid and for-credit
Include the days and hours you are interning

You MUST be receiving academic credit for the unpaid internship to qualify for free Ram Van passes.

Externship/ Shadowing: These are typically more structured and tied to an academic program. You may spend time observing a professional on the job or participate in a training or workshop program. They provide a perspective on the daily activities of a particular profession.

Volunteer/ Community Service: These can provide strong leadership experience. Opportunities are available through the Dorothy Day Center for Service and Justice.

Dorothy Day Center for Social Justice
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Research Experience/ Fellowships: You can find out more through the following departments:

Office of Research
Prestigious Fellowship