In the MVS School of Business & Economics, we are committed to preparing students for successful and meaningful careers. Check out these opportunities to learn, connect, and grow.
Academic Credit Internships
Internships are a form of experiential learning that allow students to gain real-world experience by working with an organization for a limited period of time. These opportunities are often connected to a student’s major or career interests, helping them apply classroom knowledge in a professional setting.
Think of an internship as a road map to career success—research shows that 7 out of 10 internships may lead to full-time job offers.
In many cases, students can earn academic credit (BUS 492 Internship) for their internship by enrolling in a course related to their major or program of study. This allows students to gain credit toward graduation while also developing professional skills. If you’re interested in receiving credit, be sure to start the Internship Reporting Form early, as enrollment often involves department approval, learning agreements, and site verification.
We strongly encourage all undergraduate and graduate students to complete at least one internship experience before graduation, whether for credit or not.
Internship Hub hosts information, resources, and guidelines to help students navigate the internship process. Visit the Internship Hub for information on:
- Finding internship opportunities
- Applying for Academic Credit internships
- Internship Guidelines
- Tips to make the most of your internship experience
- and more!
For more questions, email Executive Director of Operations and Career Success at jessica.muth@csuci.edu
Indeed Job Search Academy
The Job Search Academy is a free, virtual career development program brought to you by Indeed and California State University, Channel Islands to help you excel in your job search. The Academy focuses on mastering the 5 key areas of the job search so you feel confident every step of the way–because everyone deserves better work. Click here to build confidence for your job search!
Jobscan
Jobscan is an all-in-one tool designed to optimize your job search by creating customized and targeted resumes tailored to each application. It identifies crucial keywords, skills, and qualifications that employers are seeking. By aligning your resume with the specific requirements of each job posting, you'll increase your chances of passing Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and capturing recruiters' attention.
Handshake
Start here for your job/internship search! Handshake is your one stop shop for jobs, internships, and events from local, regional, and national employers who are posting at numerous colleges and universities. For more information about Handshake at CSUCI and how to create your account, visit Handshake.
BUS 411 Career Readiness
As part of the academic journey, students complete a required Career Readiness course designed to equip them with the essential skills, tools, and confidence to navigate today’s job market.
Career and Internship Fair
Did you know Business majors have the highest student attendance at the Career & Internship Fair? Our alumni come back to campus each semester to hire YOU. Please plan on attending the upcoming Spring Career and Internship Fair, October 28th, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. in the Broome Library Plaza. Register here
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Parker Dewey Micro-Internships
CSUCI is thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity to take part in short-term, professional, paid work experiences through Parker Dewey Micro-Internships. Through these short-term, paid, project-centered experiences, you can demonstrate your skills, explore career paths, and expand your professional network. Unlike a traditional internship, these paid opportunities typically range from 10 to 40 hours of work in total, and are deadline-driven as opposed to set during specific hours - perfect for students with erratic or hectic schedules!
To learn more and start applying, visit: CSU Channel Islands Students | Join Parker Dewey for Flexible, Paid Experience and create a profile.
Google Career Certificates
Boost Your Career with Google Career Certificates – No Cost to You, Big Benefits Ahead!
Exciting news! CSUCI is offering 'Google Career Certificates through Coursera' at no cost to students, faculty, staff, alumni, and community members. These flexible, self-paced programs help you build in-demand skills in fields like Data Analytics, Project Management, UX Design, and more—no prior experience needed.
Take advantage of this incredible opportunity to grow your skills, enhance your resume, and open doors to new career possibilities. Get started today!
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