Internship & Job Search Websites

Check out the following list of internship and job board resources to find an opportunity that fits your interests. Some platforms may be more useful than others, depending on your major. Please reach out to a career coach if you …

BA 395A (Internship Credit)

This is the optional one-credit course available to Smeal students to receive academic credit for an internship or co-op.  It counts as an elective and is not a support of major credit.  This course can be taken multiple times but …

The Internship & Job Search Process

There are many ways to land a job or internship that fit with your overall career goals. Understand how to articulate your skills, abilities, and experiences and how they relate to the positions you are seeking. Know what makes you …

After You Secure Your Internship

Report your internship! This helps the BCC share where all of our great students go for internships and helps future students look at potential opportunities. Sophomore Students – if you are planning to take off a semester to do an internship …

Internship Evaluation Database

Search what previous Smeal students have to say about their internships at various companies.

Skills Employers Are Looking For (NACE Career Competencies)

For new college graduates, career readiness is key to ensuring successful entrance into the workforce. Career readiness is the foundation upon which a successful career is launched. Career readiness is, quite simply, the new career currency. There are eight career …

Career Related Podcasts

Check out these podcasts focused on career-related topics! Smeal Lifelong Learning Podcast Smeal Alumni Career Services’ lifelong learning webinars and brand new podcast program deliver live and on-demand digital content with subject matter focused on higher education business research, corporate and …

Working Virtually

Virtual Internship Opportunities Interested in a virtual internship or externship and gaining the skills necessary to thrive in today’s economy? Check out these resources for virtual internships and externships available: Micro-Internships Micro-Internships are short-term, paid, professional assignments that are similar …

Interviewing Tips and Sample Questions

Interviewing is a vital component to the recruiting process. Through interviews employers and candidates are able to assess a skills match and cultural fit for specific roles. See below for tips on ensuring you are able to articulate your skills, …

Thank You’s and General Communication

With today’s technology, there are lots of different ways to communicate with employers. Below are tips to ensure you are putting your best professional self forward. Thank You’s and Follow-Up Notes: Writing a professional email: Send your email from an …