Career Center Summer Internship Grant Program

Internships. An opportunity to gain exposure, explore and try ideas for your future, apply theory from the classroom out in the world, get hands-on experience, and build skills. All things that add up to your overall career readiness.

Unfortunately, many internships in the U.S. are unpaid (even more within social or nonprofit sectors), which can make it challenging to take advantage of internship opportunities.

The good news: There are many ways to gain career-related experience, and internships represent just one option. Students also have opportunities to engage in research, pursue volunteer projects, participate in clubs, and more — all of which can help with career decision-making and strengthen one’s resume. Talk to a career advisor to brainstorm ways to gain experience in career fields that interest you.

More good news: Each summer the Tufts Career Center is able to fund 45-50 undergraduate students doing unpaid internships. These funds offer students the opportunity to explore career fields and gain experience. Selected students receive $4,500.

Program Overview

The Summer Internship Grant Program supports students through funding, materials, resources and support before, during, and after their summer internships, with a goal of helping students prepare for, and thrive, during their summer experience. During the program, students will attend a pre-internship orientation, receive biweekly newsletters, participate in career advising, conduct informational interviews, update their resumes, participate in supervision, and engage in formal reflection.

Upcoming Info Sessions

Friday, Feb 7 @ 12:30pm
Attend in person in Dowling Hall – Milmore Room (next to the Career Center) or attend virtually online
Register for Feb 7 Info Session
Friday, Feb 21 @ 12:30pm
Virtual
Register for Feb 21 Info Session

Application Timeline

March 16: Application deadline
April 4: Decisions made

Read the Application Instructions and Apply Today

By Sheryl Rosenberg
Sheryl Rosenberg Associate Director