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Turning Classroom Learning Into Real-World Experience
Internships are one of the best ways to apply what you’ve learned in class, build professional connections and explore career paths in journalism, public relations, broadcasting and media production. Whether you’re looking for hands-on newsroom experience, a creative agency role or a nonprofit communications position, the journalism department is here to help you get started.
Earning Credit in JOUR 444: Media Internship
The journalism department requires all students to complete a minimum 10-week, 100-hour internship. Students can earn academic credit through JOUR 444: Media Internship. To qualify:
Find an internship — Find an internship that allows you to apply your journalism, PR, media, or communication skills. To qualify for JOUR 444 credit, the work must involve skill-based responsibilities, so choose an opportunity that offers real professional experience and contributes to your career path.
Submit the Internship Proposal Form — Ask your supervisor at the internship site to submit an Internship Proposal Form. The form will be reviewed by the department’s internship coordinator.
Register for JOUR 444: Media Internship — Once your internship is approved, you’ll receive a permission number to register for JOUR 444.
Getting Started
Not sure where to begin? Here are some tips to get started:
Meet with your advisor — Discuss your goals and which internships align with your interests and skill level. You can identify your assigned faculty adviser here (requires campus login): Who's my Adviser?
Review internship requirements — Learn how to earn JOUR 444 internship credit and what qualifies for credit-based experience.
Prepare your materials — Make sure to update your résumé, portfolio and LinkedIn.
Apply early — Many organizations begin the interview and hiring processes one to two quarters in advance.
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