Internship FAQs
How can I find an internship that is right for me?
1. REFLECT: What kind of work do you enjoy? In what specific area of development would you like to pursue a career (public health, planning, finance, human rights, education, environment, etc.)? What skills do you have or need to acquire and how will the internship help you meet those goals (field work, practical experience, opportunities for networking or building professional relationships)? What kind of institution do you want to work with? Do you have an interest in a particular geographical area or issue area? When do you want to do this internship? Are you willing to gain experience by volunteering alone, or are you only seeking paid internships?
2. TALK: to other students who have had internships and with career advisors.
3. SEARCH: Look for internships on 12twenty, attend Career Center fairs, and read our Weekly Bulletin to learn about internship and job opportunities available to International Institute Students. Please go to our 'Internship' tab on the IDS website, or the 'Internships' page under 'Resources' in the top menu. There, you can find specific internships in a wide variety of professional fields that are great opportunities for IDS majors.
Can I receive academic credit for my internship?
Yes. You can receive academic credit by enrolling in I A STD 195CE. You must visit the Center for Community Learning for approval for your internship. If you wish to use this course towards specific IDS major requirements, please consult with an IDS advisor. For more information, please visit the 'Internships' page under 'Resources' for further details.
Where can I find funding for my internship?
The International Institute offers scholarships for internships abroad. Please see our Internships tab.
For more scholarship information, please contact the Scholarship Resource Center.
How can I get information on jobs?
For job opportunities, you may contact or meet with an advisor from the Career Center. We also advertise recent job opportunities on our Weekly Bulletin. 12twenty is the UCLA Career Center’s jobs, events, fairs, workshop & recruiting platform that is specifically curated to students preferences, making every interaction more worthwhile.
