Internships
Thinking about an internship? Many gender and women's studies students complete an internship while pursuing their degree at Western Michigan University. Besides the educational and professional opportunities that internships present, employers tell us that they like to see internship experiences on applicants' resumés.
Eligibility
Majors or minors in gender and women's studies are eligible to enroll in GWS 4400, a three-credit internship experience that counts toward their degree.
Benefits
Cultivate professional competence that will aid students in securing employment after graduation.
Explore a career field while obtaining first-hand experience working in a job environment of interest.
Gain a deeper appreciation of concepts that we examine in the classroom.
Offer services, skills and fresh ideas to a work site or cause that is meaningful to you.
Receive mentoring from experienced professionals.
Apply
Visit our GWS internships Google site.
Investigate options, including the department's list of Potential internship sites as well as the Career and Employment Services' page Where can I intern with my major?
Meet with the chair of the Department of Gender and Women's Studies.
Meet with a prospective internship supervisor, determine goals and responsibilities, and submit Internship agreement.
Once you have obtained department approval, enroll in internship credits through the Department of Gender and Women's Studies.
Requirements
Complete 90 hours at the internship as required by the Department of Gender and Women's Studies. (Internship supervisors may require additional time commitments.)
Submit paperwork and assignments by the specified deadlines.