CPS Internships

... for Real Life Experience
The College of Professional Studies provides its students with the University’s largest number of internship opportunities with employers throughout the New York area.

What is an Internship?
An academically based work experience in which you can receive training and gain valuable experience in a specific field or career area.

"A Day in a Life" Internship Video
Opportunities at St. John's University are invigorating, memorable and rewarding….click on this short low-res or high-res video clip “A Day in a Life” of Molly Rokasy, an alumni student at St. John’s University who had the experience of her lifetime interning with Barbara Walters of ABC. Now a St. John's graduate, Molly enjoys a promising career with News 12.

Internship Types
Academic Internships For Credit
Credit bearing work experience
Stipend for transportation or meals can be accepted
(Credits may vary according major)

Paid Internships
Salaried work experience
No credit awarded
See Career Center

Why Intern?

• Head start in your career field
• Learn job-seeking skills
• Sharpen Essential Skills:
  Written / Oral Communication, Interpersonal Leadership, Technology: Computer Operation, Analytical, Organizational Teamwork / Flexibility
• Gain real-world experience and networking opportunities
• Build your resume
• Opportunity to earn credit toward your major

CPS Internship Partners
*For a complete list of companies see Division Directors

Contact Information
For more details, read the internship requirements, view the areas of available internships on the right or contact the following St. John's representative:

April Merenda
Asst. to the Dean-External Affairs
(718) 990-5989
merendaa@stjohns.edu

If you are preparing to Intern, talk with your professors and practice interviewing skills.  Research your future career area and create an effective resume and tailored cover letters.