English 495 Internship
English 495: Writing Internship (3-6 credits) is offered to qualified students interested in writing, editing, or public relations careers. Few experiences are as valuable in helping you choose a career path and/or secure your first job. English interns learn what it is actually like to write or edit professionally and complete the internship with a portfolio of published work and potential sources of recommendations for future jobs.
English Internships fall into three general categories: on-campus public relations offices, news organizations, and public service organizations. They require about ten hours per week at the assigned site plus completion of various academic assignments. Application deadlines are generally October 15 for Spring semester and March 1 for Fall semester.
The English Internship may be taken for three to six credits, only three of which may be applied towards the English Major and towards the Creative Writing Emphasis. The Publications Emphasis requires three credits of English 495, while six credits may be applied towards the Technical Writing Minor.
Program Prerequisites:
1. English 215, 415, 417, 418, or 421
2. Completed application (forms available in 103 Burrowes)
3. Interview with Liz Jenkins, Internship Coordinator
Internship Coordinator:
Liz Jenkins
113 Burrowes Building
863-9593
emj2@psu.edu
For more information, please follow this link: www.personal.psu.edu/faculty/e/m/emj2/
TEACHING JOBS FOR STUDENTS WITHOUT CERTIFICATION
Liberal Arts and other Internships
Internships (1-12 credits) are also available through the College of Liberal Arts Internship Office. For information go to 102 Sparks or call 863-2317.
For information on additional competitive internships, please see the English Major Career Manual or Career Services in 412 Boucke.
