Internships are a valuable source of field-based experience. As an intern, you get a chance to try out a career, get training in industry-specific tasks and software, and network with local professionals.

CCV's Work-Based Learning Partnership Program

Career Services has partnered with businesses and organizations across the state that have agreed to host students for informational interviews, job shadow days, internships, and other opportunities to build knowledge and skills necessary to successfully navigate their careers. Please contact Career Services to see if we have any internship opportunities in your area!

Canvas Career Communities

CCV's Canvas Career Communities include lots of useful career information, including work-based learning opportunities, recruiter contact information, and regular virtual events with employers. To find internship listings, visit your Career Community's "My Program" page and click the the "Work-Based Learning Opportunities" tab. If you're having trouble finding your Career Community or would like to join another one, you can find links on the "Canvas Career Communities" tile on the CCV portal.

Handshake

Handshake, CCV's career management platform, includes local and national internship postings. To access this tool:

• Visit Handshake (ccv.joinhandshake.com).
• Click the blue "Community College of Vermont Sign On" button and use your portal log in.
• All students should be preregistered, but if no account is found, follow the directions to create a new account.
• To search for posted internships, click the "Jobs" tab and use the "Internship" quick filter. You can apply for these positions through Handshake. For best results, fill out your profile first.
• To search for employers that you might like to contact to request an internship, click the "Employers" tab and use the filters. Many employers allow you to contact recruiters and even schedule interviews through Handshake. For best results, fill out your profile first.

Other Ways to Find an Internship

Read this handout for more on finding your own and asking for an internship. As always, contact Career Services for other resources or with any questions!

Micro-Internships

No time for a typical semester-long internship? A paid micro-internship, facilitated by Parker-Dewey, allows you to build your skills (and your resume) by completing short-term professional projects. Micro-internships are posted by both local and national companies and are typically remote with flexible hours. Create a free Parker-Dewey account to start searching - new opportunities are posted daily and are filled quickly! Be sure to fill out your profile and application questions completely and professionally; most companies skip the interview and choose applicants based solely on these.