Students at Grinnell College may participate in a range of internship opportunities both during the academic year and in the summer. Summer internships are available throughout the world with options for variable credit and funding. Contact the CDO for more information at x4940.

Internship Deadlines
Please note the Internship Application Deadlines
Download the2008-09 Internship Application

Following are helpful resources to guide your search for an internship that meets your academic goals. Contact the CDO if you need assitance with your search.

Grinnell Internship Database
This tool allows you to review past internships (1995 - present) sponsored by Grinnell College. You may search by country, city, topic or time period. Click here to get started! Hard copies of annual internship reports are also available in the CDO libary. These reports include learning summaries, funding information, and contact details.

PioneerLink
PioneerLink lists a variety of internships posted both directly to Grinnell students and a nationwide network of colleges and universities.


PioneerLink Student User Instructions (PDF)

PioneerLink Privacy Policy (PDF)

Internships.com is an extensive online database of internhip opportunities including contact information for sites. Advanced search options offer specific option results based on geographic preferences, major, credit, compensation, and more. The CDO maintains a subsciption for student access to this site. Review your weekly internship newsletter for access information.

Internships-usa.com is an online library of specific internship guides. The site provides 14 online directories with information on over 3,000 organizations offering internship opportunities. Resources include The Big Green Internship Guide, The Human Rights Internships Book, The Sports Internships Book, and many more. Review your weekly internship newsletter for access information.

Indeed.com is a comprehensive job search engine and searches may be customized to return thousands of internship postings. For example search for "internship" in "Chicago" or narrow your search to "Investment Banking Internship" within 25 miles of "Northbrook, IL" for specific results. Save your search as an RSS feed or an email alert for daily updates.

Finally, consider searching specific company or organization websites for Internhip options.

Pre-Professional Development Experience Program
Meet with a Grinnell Alum during fall break for single-day job shadowing. You will be granted access to Alumni contacts in a variety of fields. Arrange your experience to fit your existing travel plans for the break. e.g. Connect with Grinnell alumni in your hometown. A waiver/release will also be required for the program. The CDO will track and recognize student participants. Gain practical insight, network with professionals in your field of interest, and explore your career options! Simply complete the interest form linked below to get started.
Day in the Life interest form.pdf
Also note the Application Deadlines

Fall Semester Internships - Academic Year

Credit bearing internships are available during the fall semester in Grinnell and the surrounding area. Interns work two full days per week at the internship worksite and take two or three other classes. Interns work with a faculty sponsor, maintain a daily journal, and complete a final scholarly paper or project during the internship. Interns receive four 300 level divisional credits. Applications are due the spring semester prior to the internship.

Spring Semester Internships - Academic Year


Credit bearing internships are available during the spring semester in Grinnell and the surrounding area. Interns work two full days per week at the internship worksite and take two or three other classes. Interns work with a faculty sponsor, maintain a daily journal, and complete a final scholarly paper or project during the internship. Interns receive four 300 level divisional credits. Applications are due the fall semester prior to the internship.

Summer Internship Grant Programs


Current 2nd and 3rd year students are eligible to apply for grants to support unpaid summer internships typically not available during the academic year or accessible without the funding. Funding is available through topical programs in prairie studies, global development, business, gender and women's studies, international relations, applied technology, world population control, writing, religious leadership, environmental studies, arts & museum administration, Chinese studies and conflict resolution.

These programs are very competitive and look for clarity in presentation, support from sponsoring agencies, well-defined responsibilities, originality, and uniqueness of opportunity.

Summer Internship Grant Programs

Arts & Museum Administration -- Supports internships in curating exhibitions, researching and cataloguing objects, exhibition design, museum education, arts publicity, and/or event planning within an arts/museum organization.

Center for Prairie Studies -- Supports internships that promote an awareness, appreciation, and understanding of our region involving scientific research, fine arts & humanities, historical study, social sciences or education in any of these areas.

Environmental Studies -- Supports internships that offer students a first-hand educational experience in environmental studies and conservation.

Lilly -- Supports internships focusing on religious leadership.

Noun (Gender and Women's Studies) -- internships that focus on a greater understanding of women and their relationships to the society around them.

Noyce/Intel (Applied Technology) -- Supports Internships in applied technology within a non-profit or governmental agency in the United States.

Peace Studies -- Supports internships that deepen the student's understanding of the causes of violence and violations of human dignity and gives them direct experiences by applying creative strategies for conflict prevention, resolution, or reconciliation in international or interpersonal disputes.

Rosenfield -- Supports internships in related fields of public affairs, international relations and/or human rights.

Sunnen Foundation -- Supports internships in social services, particularly in worldwide population control.

Wilson -- Supports internships in for-profit, non-profit, and government sectors.

Writing -- Supports internships in organizations focusing on writing as a profession. Applicants should describe one or more specific pieces of writing they will produce during their proposed internship.

Grinnell-in-London (Fall Semester)

As part of the fall Grinnell-in-London program, up to three students will be eligible to participate in internships with a Member of Parliament.

The fall Grinnell-in-London program is a dedicated internship program supervised by an on-site member of the Grinnell College faculty. Students participate in a range of internships based upon their individual career interests.

Grinnell-in-Washington (Fall semester)

The fall Grinnell-in-Washington program is a dedicated internship program supervised by an on-site member of the Grinnell College faculty. Students participate in a range of internships based upon their individual career interests.

GRINNELLINK Summer Internships


Several opportunities, typically with Grinnell College alumni, are open exclusively to students at Grinnell. The positions are competitive and provide a stipend to the selected student. Positions change from year to year and may include internships in museum studies, forensic social work, film, art, political action, environmental education, community supported agriculture, biotechnology, sports management, journalism, financial equity analysis research, environmental and social performance in developing countries, and legal services on constitutional issues.

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