Exploring Internships

Internships are one way to bridge the gap between school and a full-time position after graduation. Internships provide insight into a field that you might be interested in entering – the experience can help you decide if you want to pursue full-time work in that particular field.

Benefits

  • Real-world experience
  • Networking
  • Career exploration
  • Participate in an internship instead of an in-person, 3-credit hour class

Next Steps

Other Benefits

Practical Application of Knowledge, Skill Development, and Confidence Building

  • Internships provide students with the opportunity to apply the theories and concepts they have learned in the classroom to real-world business situations.
  • Internships offer a platform for business majors to develop and refine essential skills.
  • Successfully completing an internship gives business majors a sense of accomplishment and boosts their self-confidence.   

Industry Exposure, Insights, and Trends

  • Internships allow business majors to gain firsthand exposure to their chosen industry.
  • Through internships, business majors gain insights into current industry trends, challenges, and best practices.

Self-Discovery, Career Exploration, Resume Enhancement, and Networking

  • Internships provide an opportunity for business majors to explore different career paths within their field of study.
  • Having relevant internship experience on a resume significantly strengthens a business major's profile.
  • Internships provide valuable networking opportunities with professionals in the industry.

Career Development Resources

Explore Career Development Resources at Pitt State.

 

Employer Resources


If you are a student and/or employer and need more information about internships, please contact Melissa Weed. 

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If you have any questions about internships, please contact:

Melissa Weed

Melissa Weed, MSM
Internship & Career Readiness Coordinator
Kelce Undergraduate College of Business 
Pittsburg State University
102 Kelce
620-235-4524