Throughout your time in college, you may constantly hear that internships are what lead you to get a job. As a Weissman student you may feel the pressure to get an internship but not know where to start. Getting your foot in the door can seem impossible with the competitive and unpredictable job market. It may also seem as if there are fewer options for us (This is far from the truth! Check out our Handshake Industry Insights). As a result, you may feel anxiety about securing a full-time role post-grad. Luckily, Baruch offers a variety of internship courses for Weissman students across several fields. These courses provide the opportunity for fieldwork experience through internships.

It’s important to note that it can take time to secure an internship, especially if you are limited by the timeline given through the course. Start your search a couple of months prior to the semester you are taking the internship course. For example, if you are planning to complete a fall internship start planning for this in the spring semester. You will need to time to conduct research, explore your options, and to prepare your application materials.  In your planning phase you should set aside time throughout the week dedicated to researching the companies and internships that interest you.

Given that first impressions are critical, before applying to an internship I recommend you book an resume/cover letter review with the Starr Career Development Center (Starr) to ensure your materials are in the best shape possible. If you are unsure where to start when it comes to the initial internship search, book a career advisement appointment to have a career advisor guide you through the process and help you explore your options (e.g., opportunities for upskilling). By taking advantage of these services, you will be better prepared for the application cycle and equipped with skills that could potentially raise your chances of getting the internship you desire.

Taking an internship course is especially valuable for Weissman students because it provides practical, hands-on experience that complements your academic studies. It helps you apply your classroom knowledge in real-world settings, build professional skills, and make industry connections. These courses often ease the challenges of securing internships by offering structured support, setting specific timelines and offering opportunities tailored to your major. Make sure to plan ahead to make sure you can enroll in the class and find an internship by the specific deadlines of the class.

• • ENG 3950: Essentials of Publishing – A competitive selection process admitting only 12 students to be matched across several publishing houses, including the “Big Five” and independent presses.
  • PSY 4035: Practicum in Community Psychological Services I – Psychiatric hospitals, correctional facilities, and community mental health centers are just a few of the various options for students in this course to gain exposure to the practice of psychology.
  • FPA 5070/5071: Arts Administration Internship – Ideal for students interested in working the behind-the-scenes logistics for arts organizations, this course offers internships focused on management, marketing, etc. in organizations across the city.
  • COM 5010: Internship in Business & Public Communication – Open to Corporate Communication and Communication Studies majors only.

Career planning starts on campus, and courses that provide credit along with field experience can bring you one step closer to where you want to be in the workforce.  I strongly recommend that you review the full list of internship courses, both for credit or zero credit, to see if this is a good starting point for you.