Internships
UB student Brendan Quigley at his internship at the Alzheimer's Association WNY location in Amherst, NY. Photographer: Douglas Levere
Real-life experience. Real career impact.
Internships are one of the most powerful ways to launch your career. Whether you're testing out a career path, building new skills or making connections, internships give you the kind of experience future employers notice.
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And yes—students who intern are more likely to land jobs faster after graduation. So why wait?
Internships give you a chance to test-drive careers, grow your network and develop in-demand skills—all while still in school. They can be:
- For credit or non-credit
- Paid or unpaid
- Located in Buffalo, your hometown, a new city, or even abroad
- Scheduled during the semester, summer, or winter intersession
Credit-bearing internships are offered through several College of Arts and Sciences departments.
Lauren Wengender, studying Geological Sciences, was a summer intern with the SPCA in the wildlife area at the West Seneca, N.Y. location. Photographer: Meredith Forrest Kulwicki
There’s more than one way to land the right opportunity. You can:
- Search Bullseye powered by Handshake – UB’s online go-to job and internship board
- Talk to your department – Many faculty members have insider connections
- Visit the Career Design Center – Get help with your search and your strategy
- Apply directly – Reach out to organizations you're interested in
You don’t have to figure out your future alone. The Career Design Center offers guidance starting your first year—and they’re here for every step, from your first internship to your first full-time job.
Located in 259 Capen Hall, the Career Design Center offers:
- Networking events, skillshops and job + internship fairs
- Real-world employment data to guide your decision-making
- The Career Design Studio—UB’s online career hub—lets you explore, plan and take action at your own pace.