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An internship is a work experience related to your academic major and career interests. These opportunities can take place during the fall, spring, or summer and may be for academic credit or professional experience. You’ll work with a real employer, learn skills, and make connections that can jump-start your future.

Internship opportunities are all around you — and Career Education is here to help you find them.

 Where to look:

• : Your first stop for internships, part-time jobs, and employer events.
• Academic departments often share discipline-specific opportunities.
• Network with professors, classmates, alumni, and industry professionals.
• Career fairs and employer info sessions on campus.

Career Education can help you refine your search and sharpen your applications.

Here’s a simple path to turn interest into experience:

1. Talk with your faculty advisor about credit and academic requirements.
2. Research internship sites that match your goals.
3. Apply for positions with strong resumes and tailored cover letters.
4. Get faculty approval for your chosen internship.
5. Complete the in Handshake.

Look for detailed instructions in

Career Education can support you at every step — from paperwork to preparation.

Looking for a flexible, résumé-building option? Micro-internships are short-term, professional assignments that help you explore careers, develop skills, and expand your network — perfect if you’re balancing school, work, or other commitments.

Here are just a few employers where Franklin 51¸£ÀûÉç students have gained meaningful experience:

• American Red Cross
• Boston Red Sox
• ESPN
• FBI
• Morgan Stanley Investments
• New England Aquarium
• U.S. Senate
• Rhode Island Department of Corrections
• Smithsonian Institution
• And many more!

This list changes every year — and many employers take Ravens year after year.

You don’t have to navigate internships alone — Career Education is here to help you every step of the way:

• Internship search strategies tailored to your major
• Resume and cover letter help that gets noticed
• Mock interviews and pitch preparation
• Handshake assistance and employer connections
• Guidance on academic credit and contracts

Not sure where to begin? Schedule an appointment in or stop by the Career Center — we’re happy to work with you.