COLA Internship Program
Internships integrate knowledge and theory learned in the classroom with practical application and skill development in a professional setting. With an internship, students can:
- Develop an understanding of the type of working environment, field, and industry that align with your short- and long-term career goals.
- Obtain job-related skills and experiences that will enhance your qualifications for future opportunities.
Eligibility
The COLA Internship Program is open to students:
- Currently enrolled in a Liberal Arts major
- With a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA
- Who have completed at least 60 credits by the time they begin their internship
Application Process
- Review this video to ensure you are eligible for an internship and to learn more about student requirements.
- Plan to enroll in COLA 402 - required internship and professional development course - during the upcoming semester in order to receive academic credit for your internship. Note: If you have previously passed the course, then you do not need to re-enroll. You may contact the Wilson Advising Center to discuss how COLA 402 fits into your degree plan.
- Refer to our updated list of available internship options for the upcoming semester through our COLA Internship Program on Handshake.
- You can request the detailed internship timeline and application link by emailing colacareers@unlv.edu
- Optional: Earn a free Professionalism badge and submit it alongside your application for priority consideration.
- Interview with one of your top internship sites, get accepted, and begin interning during the upcoming semester!
*If you need additional help applying for an internship please email colacareers@unlv.edu.
Scholarship Opportunity
All students that successfully complete the COLA Internship Program may be eligible for a $1,500 Internship Scholarship generously funded by the Industry Leader Advisory Council! Additional details regarding the application process will be shared directly with interns during their internship.
Self-Secured Internships
Students are also welcome to receive academic credit for an internship that they secure on their own. Please submit this self-secured internship application to have your internship vetted prior to receiving academic credit.
Career Development
Interns also have the opportunity to network and showcase their hire-ability while at their select internship. Learn from students included below who have secured full-time positions at their internship site!
Dani Dinlocker-Santiago, English Major, August 2021 Graduate
Negin Izadkhasti, Psychology Major, May 2021 Graduate
ILAC Scholarship Recipients
The Industry Leader Advisory Council (ILAC) advises the UNLV College of Liberal Arts (COLA) Dean’s Office on career and professional development initiatives for undergraduate students. The Council collaborates to provide sustainable career education opportunities, as well as enhances the local Las Vegas hiring pipeline to promote students’ successful post-graduate careers.
Become an Internship Partner
Community Members, are you interested in offering an internship with our college? We would love for you to join our comprehensive list of internship site supervisors! Schedule a call with our Director of Student & Community Engagement at jenna.heath@unlv.edu to learn more about how to get involved.
"The UNLV internship program gives our team the opportunity to teach the next generation of community leaders the skills needed to address issues that they are passionate about. Our organization is given a fresh perspective from a youthful community that isn't traditionally represented in the decisions and policies that impact their health and future. The students bring a passion to our work that is channeled into events that motivate and inspire others to take action in their own communities."
- Tyler Perry
Field Organizer
Nevada Conservation League
Contact
Contact Duaa Murtaza, Community Engagement Coordinator, for more information about internship opportunities and how to secure one!
Interested in becoming an Internship Site? Contact us!
Email: colacareers@unlv.edu
Phone: 702-895-5691