For Alumni & Employers

A liberal arts education has long been viewed as an excellent preparation for any career. The College of the Holy Cross - with its rigorous academic standards and Jesuit tradition - produces a higher level of creative thinkers, problem-solvers, and leaders.

Recognizing that internships are prerequisites for positions with the most competitive companies and prestigious organizations, the College has established the Summer Internship Program. It provides exceptional undergraduates with professional workplace experiences related to their occupational goals.

The paid internships are developed through the strong network of Holy Cross alumni, parents and friends. In addition to providing students with invaluable professional experiences, sponsoring employers have the opportunity to recruit high-achieving Holy Cross students prior to graduation.

Content

Interns function as entry-level professionals, fulfilling many of the same duties and responsibilities as recent college graduates hired by your organization.

To complement the demanding liberal arts curriculum at Holy Cross, interns are delegated challenging and meaningful assignments, and have at least one defined project to complete.

Structure

The paid internships are eight to 10 weeks in length and ordinarily require a minimum commitment of 35 hours per week.

An internship may involve rotation through several departments of an in-depth exposure to a particular area.

Career Development

Mentoring of the intern by a key member of your organization is crucial to professional and career development. Exposure to top management and attendance at regular staff meetings are essential to the workplace learning experience.

Hallmarks

• A committed team of professional staff involved in all facets of the program.
• Prescreened intern candidates possessing strong writing, oratory, and analytical skills matched with your particular field or industry.
• Continual support and follow-up by Holy Cross professional staff to maintain and evaluate internships to ensure students and employer satisfaction.

Interested in hiring a summer intern from Holy Cross?  Please contact Pam Ahearn, Director via email or phone at 508.793.3880.