Internships in English at Georgia Southern

Our English majors have taken on internships in a variety of industries. Our students have taken internships across the country in industries ranging from publishing to technology. Majors and minors in our program can earn up to 6 credits by participating in a professionally supervised writing internship program. 

These internships provide students with the opportunity to strengthen their resumes as they develop and apply the skills and knowledge learned through their coursework in a workplace setting.  Our students have taken on internships locally and across the country with a variety of organizations ranging from nonprofits to major corporations, and in fields including publishing, technology, education, healthcare, and the arts.     

For information about the Internship Scholarship Program at Georgia Southern, click here!

Questions? Email  Prof. Christy Mroczek (Armstrong campus).

Finding an Internship

Ultimately, you are expected to do much of the research on your own to find your internship. Researching, applying, and interviewing for an internship are all part of the internship learning process. You will use these skills in the future when searching for and applying for a job. This internship is your first opportunity to work in your future career field, so make the most of it!

Unsure of what specific field you are interested in?

Leverage Georgia Southern’s Career and Professional Development Resources

Take advantage of the resources provided by Georgia Southern’s Office of Career and Professional Development.  The office is an invaluable resource for more than just job hunting. They provide tools to help you discover your interests and strengths. Through their resources, you can also:

• Schedule an appointment with a Career and Internship Advisor.
• Explore career paths specifically for English majors 
• Attend career fairs.
• Create an account on Handshake, a powerful job search database.
• Register for workshops on essential skills like resume and cover letter writing.

Use External Resources for Your Job Search

A great way to improve your job search is by using external resources. Websites like LinkedIn, Indeed, USAJOBS, and Glassdoor are excellent for finding available positions and researching career skills. You can also use Jobscan.co to optimize your resume, and the Occupational Information Network (O*NET) is a fantastic resource for learning about different occupations and the skills they require. Don’t forget to explore other job boards as well to broaden your search and stay updated on professional development opportunities.

Have a Specific Career Field in Mind?

• Talk to people whose career interests you. Ask them about the possible need for an intern at their organization.
• Use the Internet to search for local companies involved in your field. Find out as much as you can about a company you may be interested in. Websites might list the names of employees who would know about whether the company hires interns. If it’s a small company, you might talk to the owner or manager. For larger companies, ask to speak to the human resources director. Don’t be afraid to make these cold calls. Employers appreciate the initiative you are showing to gain valuable experience.
• Do not limit your research to local companies. There are many national and international internship opportunities. The federal government offers internship programs, as do national companies such as Disney. For these internships, however, you will want to prepare well in advance, since they usually have early application deadlines.
•  Nonprofits can be great places to do internships. Nonprofits often have more work than they can handle, so interns get a lot of responsibility and can practice a variety of skills. Also, you get the extra reward of working for a cause you believe in. Contact a nonprofit you are interested in to ask about internships.
•   For journalists, visit the local newspaper office. Small, local newspapers will often give you lots of varied experience, from copy editing to photography to writing headlines and stories. These are all transferable skills. 

Setting Up an Internship

1. Connect with the Department Internship Coordinator at least 1 semester before you plan to do the internship ( preferably a year before). The coordinator will provide guidance on finding, obtaining, and earning credit for internships. 
2. Seek internship opportunities and secure a position.
3. Complete the Internship Agreement Form with your employer (provided by the department internship coordinator), and share it with the internship coordinator. Review the internship syllabus for information about credit-to-work-hour equivalencies. 
4. After approval, register for the English internship course, ENGL 4790. 
5. Begin the internship!

For more information about English internships, contact Professor Christy Mroczek, Cmroczek@georgiasouthern.edu.