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At Eastern, classroom learning is critical to exploring the theory behind a given discipline, while having the opportunity to test your own ideas in class discussions. We also know there is nothing like practical experience to teach you real-life applications of the knowledge gained in class. That’s why hundreds of Eastern students take internships each year.

For Credit (many majors require an internship for graduation)
For Pay
On Campus (from sustainable energy to business information systems)
Off Campus (in government, business, nonprofit and education sectors)

In addition to internships available through academic departments, the Office of Career Success supports internship placements, and also offers other career development services, including:

Career advising/coaching
Declaring a major
Job search strategies (resumes, interviewing)
Preparing for graduate school
Much more!

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Institute for Sustainability

The award-winning Institute for Sustainability (IS) offers on-campus internships to students in Environmental Earth Sciences and other majors. The IS conducts energy audits and coordinates programs with state agencies, municipalities, nonprofits and other groups.

ESPN

More than 40 Eastern graduates work at the sports entertainment giant in Bristol, CT, with many of them starting off as interns. Video production, editing and other skills are acquired during hands-on experiences.

Theaters

Eastern Theatre majors, as well as students in other majors, take advantage of performance spaces throughout New England to hone their on-stage and behind-the-scenes talents. Locations include the Goodspeed Opera House, TheatreWorks, the Connecticut Repertory Theatre, and the Hartford Stage.

State Capitol

Political Science majors, as well as students from other majors, intern with state senators, representatives, legislative committees, and other organizations associated with the work of the Connecticut General Assembly. Many have gone onto careers in government.

Jackson Labs

The internationally acclaimed Jackson Laboratory for Genomic Medicine develops new medical treatments associated with genetically based diseases and disorders. Biology and Bioinformatics students are routinely invited to spend their summers as research assistants and interns.

Internship Stories

Internship

Sophia Tsikitas ’22

Sophia interned for the dean of Eastern’s School of Education and Professional Studies in spring 2022. She credits the internship for helping her develop essential managerial skills, and says “I would not have been in this position if it was not for being involved within the campus community and utilizing all of the faculty and staff that are here to help.”

Financial Coach

Dravyn Okoney 'apos;24

A Finance major, Dravyn gained financial planning experience as a financial coach trainee at Primerica Financial Services. “I sit in on client calls to understand how the client acquisition process at Primerica works. I am planning to work in financial sectors that require financial licenses, so I’m very glad I was able to take advantage of this opportunity and get a head start.”

Jackson Laboratory

Christina Welch ’18

Biology major Christina Welch ’18 worked with The Jackson Laboratory in its 2016 Summer Student Program in the lab of Jacques Banchereau, a world-renowned immunologist. “My experience at The Jackson Laboratory has truly been life changing. I expanded my knowledge, watched my passion and confidence grow, and discovered what means the most to me in this diverse and dynamic field of science.”

For more information:
(860) 465-4559
career2@easternct.edu