Community Service Internship Program

"I learned so much this summer that I would have never learned in a classroom" - Yadiel P., Health Sciences
"This internship throws light on a path to conduct market research, which is critical for my future career." - Qian X., MBA Candidate
"... to excel in my career, communication and administration skills are essential; the internship helped me gain that experience." - Russelle G., Health Sciences
"I gained further understanding of what the professors talked about in class... because I experienced it." - Crystina E., Communication
"I gained experience in the field I am interested in, grew as a professional and... improved my resume." - Cesar G., International Studies
"Camp Krem taught me that by improving the Camp it will improve the lives of the campers who come." - Marrina N., Environmental Science
"In the end I realized that my work, even if it was a small contribution, made a difference." - Jennivy T., Health Science/Microbiology
"The most rewarding aspect was the people I was able to help; to change lives for the better was very fulfilling." - Aisha P., Kinesiology

The Community Service Internship Program (CSIP) was initiated by Bruce and Marie Rosenblatt in 1992. Since inception, we have provided over 400 internships to Cal State East Bay students to participate in community service while they attend school. CSIP matches non-profit organizations with students desiring to gain experience in their intended career field.

SUMMER 2024 INFORMATION:

Student Eligibility:

Undergraduate Cal State East Bay student (full-time) with good academic standing.
Minimum GPA - 2.5
Have continued full-time enrollment in a degree program during the Fall 24 term
Are authorized to work in the U.S. (e.g., H-4 visa holders ineligible, F-1s are eligible - check with CIE for questions)
Have a major/career interest related to the internship position
Complete two reports after 75 hours of service during the internship
Assist in advertising CSIP; become Ambassadors and share about their experience

Student Application & Selection Process:

Student applications are open February 1 - 29. Apply here.
Selected candidates will receive an invite for an interview with Career Services staff and/or the internship site - March
Placement approvals/denials are sent in April
Interns must schedule an introduction meeting with the confirmed site in April/May
Selected interns are required to attend a Safety Orientation on Monday May 20th via zoom
Internship starts May/June and ends by the second week of August

Award Information:

7 -9 internship opportunities available
Students complete 150 hours at an internship site and receive a stipend of $2000
Awarded during the Fall 2024 term (must be enrolled full-time)
Cal State East Bay is unable to provide funding in excess of student need. Need is determined by completing the FAFSA/CADAA.
The CSIP stipend is awarded in accordance with a student's financial aid package.

APPLICATION & INFORMATION SESSIONS

Students interested in the Community Service Internship Program can apply here.

Selected students experiencing a financial hardship can apply for a travel stipend to help supplement travel costs during the summer. More details will be provided to students selected for the Community Service Internship Program.

Information Sessions

Have questions or need more information? Attend an information session.

Friday, February 9th - 11am

Monday, February 19th - 2pm

Tuesday, February 27th - 12pm

All sessions are hosted virtually.

INTERNSHIP SITES

TABLE OF ALL THE INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Site Name	Internship Title	Majors Preferred	Description
ADVENTURE TIME	Childcare teacher/aide	Human Development, Kinesiology, Psychology, Recreation, Sociology	Click here
Adventure Time Independent	Summer Day Camp Leader	Human Development, Kinesiology, Music, Psychology, Recreation, Sociology, Theater Arts	Click here
Adventure Time Niles	Summer Camp Leader	Human Development, Kinesiology, Music, Psychology, Recreation, Sociology	Click here
Bay Area Community Resources	Tobacco Prevention Intern	Anthropology, Communication, Health Sciences / Public Health, MS Counseling, MS Social Work, Sociology	Click here
Boys and Girls Club of Contra Costa County	Program support assistant	Art, Art Administration, Business Administration, Chemistry, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science / Analytics, English, Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Ethnic Studies, Fine Arts, Graphic Design, Human Development, Mathematics, Music, Multi-Media, Photography, Physics, Recreation, Theater Arts	Click here
Breathe California of the Bay Area, Golden Gate and Central Coast	Intern (title is based on which program they chose to work with)	Communication, Environmental Science, Health Sciences / Public Health	Click here
Building Opportunities for Self-Sufficiency (BOSS)	Marketing Intern	All Majors	Click here
Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano	Policy Advocate Intern	Anthropology, Data Science / Analytics, Economics, English, Ethnic Studies, Health Sciences / Public Health, Human Development, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology, Statistics	Click here
HIP Housing	Community Outreach Intern	Communication, Psychology, Sociology	Click here
Kara	Youth & Family Program and Development Department Summer Associate	All Majors	Click here
Math/Science Nucleus	Environmental Intern	Biochemistry, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Geology, Geography, History	Click here
San Francisco Math Circle (a project of the University Corporation, San Francisco State)	Facilitator Intern	All Majors	Click here
Scientific Adventures for Girls	Human Resource Assistant	All Majors	Click here
Scientific Adventures for Girls	Teaching Assistant	All Majors	Click here
Sun Gallery	Community Outreach Intern	Art, Art Administration, Business Administration, Communication, English, Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Ethnic Studies, Fine Arts, Graphic Design, Music, Multi-Media, Photography, Theater Arts	Click here
The Salvation Army Tri Cities	Summer Day Camp Staff	Art, Music	Click here
YMCA Teen Center	Facilitator	All Majors	Click here

Contact Us

Career Empowerment Center

California State University, East Bay
25800 Carlos Bee Blvd
Student Services & Administration Building (SA), Suite 2300
Hayward, CA 94542

Phone: (510) 885-3621
Email: internships@csueastbay.edu

Cherié Meredith
Internship Coordinator