Internships and Practicum

Every academic discipline has internship opportunities available for eligible students. In fact, some majors require an internship, practicum or clinical experience. More than 600 internships in the Tampa Bay area or elsewhere are available annually. Many of the internships are paid, and some students participate in multiple internships. Most students earn academic credit for their internships or practicum experiences, but noncredit experiences are also available.

A full-time internship coordinator offers internship prep workshops and department-specific workshops to all students throughout the year. Students have access to a student internship guide and HIRE-UT, a list of internships and jobs posted online by community partners. Additionally, 800 of the Tampa Bay area’s most successful business leaders are involved at UT on various boards, advisory councils and support groups, giving students a world of professional connections to explore.

The University of Tampa also partners with The Washington Center, a leading educational institution headquartered in Washington, D.C., for internships and academic seminars. The center provides internship-centered academic terms tailored to a student’s academic and civic interests.

Students should plan to discuss internship opportunities with their advisor and the internship coordinator at the Office of Career Services as soon as they choose a major area of study. They can help students plan how to best fit an internship experience into their four-year course schedule plan. Eligibility criteria vary by college and discipline, so students are advised to plan ahead as far as possible.

Internships and practicum provide valuable learning experiences. They allow students to put into practice what has been read and discussed in the classroom. These experiences also often provide gateways to a future job or career.