Benefits and Responsibilities
Canisius College has a longstanding commitment of connecting students with employers for experiential learning opportunities. Through internships, students extend learning beyond the classroom and develop essential career skills. Interns provide employers a cost-effective, skilled workforce and serve as a meaningful bridge between the college and the greater community.
What can interns deliver?
- Meaningful value when staffing is limited
- Execution of short term projects
- Innovative ideas and technology assistance
- Added efficiency through creative problem-solving
- Tested potential full-time talent
- Create an environment for the student to learn and gain valuable work experience
- Provide on-site supervision
- Communicate to the college that a Canisius student was hired
- Complete a brief online evaluation upon completion of the internship
Students in all undergraduate and graduate programs can participate. Juniors, seniors and graduate students can apply to earn credit.
When do internships begin?
Internships done during the academic year usually begin in early September or January, while summer internships begin at the end of May or June. Plan to advertise at least one month prior to interviewing for optimal applicant response. If unpaid, students may need additional time to plan for credit.