Internships

The School of International Letters and Cultures encourages students to research and apply to internships that will promote and encourage them to immerse themselves in a dedicated work experience while using the language and culture skills they are learning in the classroom. These hands-on experiences allow students to explore a wide range of professional environments, from nonprofit organizations to health environments, and beyond.

These internships should help students:

• Clarify what types of work align with their interests and values
• Gain transferable skills in writing, speaking, intercultural competence, and the use of specialized tools
• Build confidence and professional networks that enhance career readiness

Course credits can also be earned while interning that may count towards a student’s major or minor requirements.
 

Sponsor an Intern

At the School of International Letters and Cultures, we welcome new and engaging internship and work experience opportunities for our students. For more information, please reach out to our SILC advisors by emailing [email protected] 

Student Requirements

• An active Student Placement Agreement (SPA) or University Internship Agreement (UIA) is on file with the university and the School of International Letters and Cultures (SILC)
• Student must consult with a faculty member in the language the are studying for approval, as well as a SILC advisor
• Student must fill out and submit an internship application to SILC
• An internship contract is reviewed, agreed upon and signed by the student, SILC faculty supervisor, and the employer
• Registered for a 484 elective course (either SILC or language specific)
• The student must use at least 50% of the language they are majoring in (possible to adjust if needed, dependent on the internship)
• Host company/organization must submit a monthly summary of student performance
• The internship must align with the student’s overall career goals and aspirations 
   

Student Assignments
Assignments for the duration of this internship shall include, but not be limited to:

• Reflection check-ins (timing dependent on what the supervising faculty prefers)
• Final experience report due on the final day of internship
• Work at the job site a minimum eight (8) hours a week during the Fall and Spring semester to coincide with the designated number of credit hours (45 hours per credit, 135 hours for 3 credit course) required by the university
• Create a digital portfolio of work assignments (optional)
• Participate in SILC required promotional activities (blog posts, social media, video recording, etc.)
   

Resources for Student Internships

• SILC Internship Website
• ASU Career Services
• ASU Global Education Office
• Handshake
• The College’s Futures Center
• Forage (project based/micro internships)
• Parker Dewey (project based/micro internships)