Get an Internship

An internship provides on-the-job industry specific work experience that helps you develop as a professional and builds your resume.

“In 2018, 59% of employers offered their interns full-time employment after completion of their internship.”

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Getting Started

Internships are the beginning of your career. You should be prepared, professional, ethical and reliable during the entire process because the employer could offer a job at the end.

To be eligible, students must be:

  • Degree seeking and have a GPA of at least 2.0
  • In good financial standing
  • Currently enrolled in the college

Internship Seasons

  • Fall internship dates typically start in September
  • Spring internship dates typically start in January
  • Summer internship dates typically start in June

Search and Apply

  • Know why you’re looking for an internship
  • Have a Career Coach review your resume
  • Schedule a practice interview with your Career Coach

Internship Process

  1. Login to Handshake using your MDC username and password
  2. Create a profile
  3. Upload a resume
  4. Contact the Internship Services Coordinator for support and assistance
  5. Start applying to internships
Student Internship Guidelines
INTERNSHIP FAQS
APPLY FOR AN INTERNSHIP

Internship Next Steps

During the Internship

  • Develop professional relationships
  • Find a mentor
  • Set personal goals
  • Conduct informational interviews

After the Internship

  • Add your internship to your LinkedIn Profile and resume
  • Connect with people who assisted you on LinkedIn
  • Ask for feedback for the future
  • Send a thank you letter/ email
  • Ask for a letter of recommendation or a professional reference
intern satisfaction survey
Mid-Term Progress Report
FINAL PROGRESS REPORT

On-Campus Internships

Gain Skills On-Campus

Miami Dade College’s on-campus internships offer students meaningful and relevant non-paid work experience in their field.

ON-CAMPUS INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW

List of Opportunities