Educational Studies Internships and Jobs
A minor in educational studies (EDST) or special education (EDSP) can open doors to a variety of careers outside of traditional classroom teaching. Graduates may find opportunities in a variety of fields. Some possibilities include:
- Educational program development for museums, zoos, or community centers, where they can create engaging and accessible learning experiences for diverse audiences.
- Nonprofit organizations look for program coordinators, outreach specialists, or family support advocates to work with children, families, and individuals with disabilities.
- Hospitals, rehabilitation centers, and social service agencies hire child life specialists, patient advocates, and case managers who can support individuals’ developmental and emotional needs.
- Publishing companies and ed-tech firms employ curriculum developers, accessibility specialists, or training designers who understand how to adapt content for different learners.
- Corporate training and human resources departments value candidates who can design inclusive onboarding programs and professional development sessions.
Outside of the classroom, St. Mary’s College of Maryland EDST/EDSP graduates have obtained employment as museum educators, outdoor educators, child life specialists, occupational and physical therapists, certified behavior analysts, guidance counselors, school and clinical psychologists, social workers, school administrators, higher education professionals, and with the Peace Corps.
With a strong foundation in understanding how people learn and how to make learning accessible, students with a minor in education or special education can pursue roles across health care, nonprofit, business, and community sectors.

Internships
The centerpiece of our internship offerings is the a year-long student teaching internship for MAT students. This internship takes place in a local classroom in the student’s licensure area. MAT students experience a supported, structured internship that includes observation, lesson planning, assessment, and teaching. MAT students also have the opportunity to complete a shorter internship in a complementary teaching area. For example, a high school biology intern could have a shorter internship in a middle school science classroom, or a special education intern could experience both an inclusion classroom and a self-contained behavior classroom.
In addition to the MAT internship, undergraduates pursue internships in local schools that support the content they are learning in the college classroom. Educational Studies and Special Education minors can also pursue internships in other settings that support education and learning.
Jobs – Educational Studies
- Ninja Coach at Legends Gymnastics August 26, 2025
- Senior Custodial Worker at Hyde Park Central School District August 25, 2025
- Experience and Trip Consultant at EAFB Holdings August 24, 2025
- Instructional Liaison - Jones County at Lenoir Community College August 22, 2025
- After School Teacher at Katherine Michiels School August 21, 2025
- Lead Employment Specialist at Career Path Services August 19, 2025
- Preschool Teacher at Highlands Ranch Community Association August 19, 2025
- UPK Head Teacher at Shining Stars Daycare Inc August 19, 2025
- Part-time Program Leader - Art Education at Athens-Clarke County Unified Government August 19, 2025
- PreK Educator at Three Rivers Nursery School August 18, 2025

