Internships for academic credit are an effective way for you to gain work experience in your field of study before graduation. Studies show that 7 out of 10 internships may turn into full-time jobs. We encourage all undergraduate and graduate students to complete at least 1 internship experience prior to graduation.
Why get academic credit for your internship experience? Watch video below:
Top 5 Benefits of an internship for academic credit:
CSU East Bay offers an opportunity to gain academic credit while you are fulfilling an internship opportunity by registering through either your major department or through General Studies. Internship courses are numbered the same in every major:
398 Internships: Introduction to professional development and internship readiness
498 Internships: Professional development and internship placement (undergraduate)
698 Internships: Professional development and internship placement (graduate)
For further information regarding your major internship for academic credit course contact your major department.
To request to enroll in the General Studies 498/698 course log into CalStateS4 and complete the request to enroll form. Please note: You will be required to upload your offer letter from your internship site. For further information email: internships@csueastbay.edu
Check out the master calendar for Internship Week! September 9-12! Link below!
Come to our Money Mondays events the second Monday of every Month to learn about Financial Literacy and Internships! How to get ahead, plan, and make good financial decisions!
Come visit the Internship Faire and meet employers and students who have had an internship experience and received academic credit for their experience!