Experiential Learning Opportunities

Students from the Philosophy, Politics, and Economics (PPE) Program holding a discussion.

Turn theory into experience.

Economics isn’t just something you learn, it’s something you do. At UB, we give you the chance to apply your classroom knowledge in real-world settings that build your skills and shape your future. Whether you’re interested in research, teaching, interning, or studying abroad, you’ll find plenty of hands-on opportunities to grow and explore.

Learn about:

Supervised Teaching

What you'll do

Take the lead in the classroom as an undergraduate teaching assistant. Help fellow students succeed while gaining leadership and communication skills that look great on a resume.

  • Lead recitation session
  • Help prepare and grade quizzes
  • Answer student questions and support faculty

Economics Internship

What you'll do

Gain academic credit while working in a professional economic related setting. Students have interned at places like Merrill Lynch, M&T Bank and local government offices.

  • Work 8–10 hours per week 
  • Complete a final report on your experience
  • Be evaluated by your internship supervisor

Undergraduate Research

What you'll do

Work one-on-one with faculty on real research projects. It’s a great way to dive deep into topics you care about and build academic experience for grad school or beyond.

Prerequisites

  • ECO GPA of 3.0 or higher 
  • Completion of Microeconomic Theory 1, Macroeconomic Theory and Econometrics I

Independent Study

What you'll do

Create your own learning experience with a faculty mentor.

Prerequisites

  • ECO GPA of 3.0 or higher 
  • Completion of Microeconomic Theory 1, Macroeconomic Theory and Econometrics I

Study abroad

What you'll do

Discover how economics works in a global context. With more than 400 SUNY programs around the world, there’s no limit to what you can learn. You will gain:

  • A broader perspective on economics
  • International experience that employers love
  • Course credits that count toward your degree

Take the next step

Experiential learning opens doors. Talk with your academic advisor and our College Experiential Learning team today about how these opportunities can fit into your economics major. You never know where they might lead.

Experiential Learning
228 Baird Hall
University at Buffalo, North Campus
Buffalo, NY 14260
kristapa@buffalo.edu

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Hear from students like you!

Claire Summerell.

Claire Summerell '26

Economics BA

RECIPIENT of the Paul and Christine Nussbaum Experiential Learning Innovation Fund

Make the most of every opportunity you get, no matter whether that be study abroad, research positions, internships or even classes. Use UB's opportunities to explore other interests you have, since you may not get the chance to do so after college!

-  Claire Summerell