Internship Listings
In addition to the links below, remember that faculty, staff, other students, and people in your personal network can also be excellent resources! However you find your internship, be sure to plan ahead.
Major Lists and Databases
Local Internship Listings
There are dozens of excellent internship sites right down here in St. Mary's County! If you think you might be interested in interning locally, full-time or part-time, during the summer or academic year, check out this list!Seahawk Opportunity Network (Op-Net)
Updated listings for the internships from our previous database can now be found in our combined job/internship board. You will need to register for Op-Net if you haven't already done so.Internships-USA.com
Click on "The Internship Series Online." The username is StMarysCMD and password is seahawk.Internships.com
Listings across the country, and some good resources for interns.Idealist.org Internship Directory
Extensive listing of nonprofit internships in human services, human rights, environment, policy, wildlife, the arts, and more. Mostly in DC and other urban areas.
Indeed.com Internship Search Engine
Enter "internship" along with other keywords and/or location information.Washington Post Jobs
An excellent place to look for current DC-area internship postings in all fields!One Day, One Internship
Features one interesting internship every day and includes a searchable archive.TransitionsAbroad.com | InternAbroad.com
Two resources that may be helpful if you are looking for an international internship.
CollegeGrad.com List of Top Intern Employers
Some companies hire hundreds to thousands per year! Find out who they are.University of Maryland List of Internship and Summer Job Resources
A nice range of useful links here; Spend some time exploring and you are sure to find something relevant to your interests.
SMCM Internship Opportunities and Affiliations
Local Internship Listings
There are dozens of excellent internship sites right down here in St. Mary's County! If you think you might be interested in interning locally, full-time or part-time, during the summer or academic year, check out this list!SMCM Center for the Study of Democracy ~ Schaefer Internships
Three paid internship opportunities for students interested in public service. Due dates are usually in November and March.Historic St. Mary's City
Hands-on, realistic work experience for those exploring careers in museums, archaeology, history, administration, marketing, and many other fields.George Washington Semester in Washington (GW-SIW)
Students take two GW courses in applied politics and interning in the heart of DC and meeting with prominent national officials. Requires 3.0 GPA and junior standing. Return this special SMCM application usually by November 1 (spring), or March 8 (summer).The Washington Center (TWC)
This organization matches students to sites based on their interests and goals, and students register for internship credit at their SMCM. Please see our Step-by-Step Guide. Due dates vary; early application is encouraged.Institute for Central American Developments Studies (ICADS)
ICADS offers two internship programs in Costa Rica and Nicaragua. Students serve international communities in need while immersed in the language and culture of the area. International Education deadlines apply.
Other Recommended Opportunities
White House Internships
Several St. Mary's students have had the privilege of interning in recent years. You could be next! Deadlines are 4-5 months in advance.Maryland Governor's Summer Internship Program
Learn the unique challenges and rewards of working within Maryland State Government. Rising juniors and seniors of all majors (3.00 GPA). Includes $3000 stipend. Due date last year was
Monday, March 12, 2012.Maryland Dept. of Transportation Fellows Internship Program
Students are placed with senior managers who introduce them to work with the DOT. Rising seniors of all majors (2.70 GPA). Includes $3500 stipend. Due date last year Friday, March 9, 2012.Maryland Nonprofit Leadership Program
For students interested in nonprofit management. Students who have secured an unpaid internship at a nonprofit site can apply for a $3000 stipend through this program. Rising juniors and seniors of various majors (3.00 GPA). Due date last year Friday, March 16, 2012.MD General Assembly Legislative Intern Program
Up to 100 interns each spring (must work Tues/Thurs at a minimum). 3.0 GPA and Junior/Senior standing required. Travel stipend of up to $1000. More Information. PDF Application. Due date is October 31, 2012. **Student must obtain signature of SMCM CDC staff!**City of Baltimore Mayoral Fellowships
Gain experience in public policy and municipal management. For rising seniors, recent grads, and grad students. Due date is usually late February.Internships at Maryland State Agencies
Includes some Maryland internships (e.g., attorney general, archives, public television), but not an exhaustive list. You should also check agency websites and see the state/local government links on the bottom of this page. Due dates vary.Joint Program in Survey Methodology
Paid research assistantships in a Federal statistical agency in the DC area. Includes housing and weekly educational programming. Due date is January 7, 2012.REU: NSF Research Experiences for Undergraduates
Summer research experiences in the sciences and social sciences. Search based on field and location and expect to apply separately to several programs. Typically includes stipend and housing. Students interested in REUs should also try this database and Google searching as well. Due dates vary, but are generally in February.SURF: NIST Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship
For those interested in science/engineering careers. 11-week paid program based in Gaithersburg; housing is provided. Interested students must work with their department chair, the CDC, and Associate Provost Richard Platt on an institutional application. The student application form, along with supporting documents (resume, two recommendations, transcript, statement of research interests, and verification of citizenship) are due to Richard Platt by February 1 to allow timely submission of the institutional application to NIST by mid February. (There is a similar program in Boulder, Colorado.)Oak Ridge Associated Universities
ORAU administers a number of research programs for students and recent grads. Opportunities for nearly all majors, including several with the federal government.Critical Language Scholarships
Offers intensive summer language study overseas in eleven critical need foreign languages. Paid intensive language instruction at all levels as well as extensive cultural enrichment experiences. US citizen and sophomore standing. Extensive application due usually in December.Summer Internship in Shanghai
This six week internship sponsored by Lehigh University includes 2 weeks of orientation and a 4-week internship. Chinese language is helpful but not required. Transfer credit pre-approved. Please apply directly to Lehigh.Internships in Publishing
This extensive list is brought to you by bookjobs.com, which is a great source for publishing-related jobs as well!PreserveNet Historic Preservation Internships
The National Council for Preservation Education offers paid ($4800) federal internships in DC and various national parks. For rising seniors and grad students in History, Anthropology, Archeology, and Museum Studies. Due date are usually in October (Spring) and February (Summer). (*PreserveNet also lists other internships: Click here!)Wolftrap Foundation for the Performing Arts Internships
One of America's Top 100 Internships, and it's right up the road! Get paid experience in arts administration, education, and technical theater. Due dates are usually November 1 (Spring), March 1 (Summer), and July 1 (Fall).Smithsonian Internships
The Smithsonian provides opportunities (mostly unpaid) for more than 900 interns per year at its various museums, offices, and research facilities. In addition to the great site above, check here: SORS. Due dates are generally October 15 (Spring), February 15 (Summer), and July 15 (Fall).Internships and Employment with the Federal Government
The federal government takes on about 6000 interns each summer. Explore our government page or agency web sites for opportunities. Note that the term "internship" is sometimes used for post-graduate opportunities, which can be confusing. Two more good federal outreach links: How to Find and Apply for Internships | Federal Internship Directory. Due dates vary.
Educational Psychology and Applied Developmental Science
This 8-week paid summer internship program provides rising seniors with valuable experience at the UVA School of Education. Designed to encourage students from traditionally underrepresented groups to consider careers in education research or policy. Due early February.Internship Programs Specifically for Students with Disabilities
EntryPoint offers internship opportunities in science, math, and computer science for students with disabilities. The Emerging Leaders Program likewise offers competitive paid summer internship opportunities to students with disabilities.Additional Science-Related Internship Listings
American Society for Engineering Education
American Physical Society: Research Internship
Internships with Maryland Defense Contractors
Summer Internships in Biology
Internships in health care, government, and the environment
Internship Directory of the American Public Gardens Association
OSNA List of Ornithological Jobs and Internships
Search for Health-Related Nonprofits (e.g., National Hemophilia Foundation) by using the search tools on the Genetic Alliance website
IMPORTANT NOTE: Mention of particular internships on this page or in suggested databases is not intended to imply current availability or eligibility for credit. Additionally, listed internships have not been screened or approved in any way. It is the student's responsibility to use appropriate caution and judgment in selecting a potential site.
