Internships

Completing an internship is an excellent way to strengthen a resume, gain valuable practical training, and confirm a career interest (and it often leads to a full-time position). For these reasons, all WWU students seeking a bachelor's degree in business must complete a formal, documented internship. (See Internship Instructions and Internship Pre-Approval Form for details.) 

The vast majority of interns not only get paid well for their work, but they also earn academic credit. The average evaluation score by intern supervisors is 4.7 / 5.0, which indicates that employers highly value the contributions of our students. Internships are available in accounting, finance, info systems, management, marketing, law, and general business operations at a variety of organizations, including Fortune 500 corporations, local small businesses, hospitals, federal and state governments, and nonprofit organizations. In addition, for many years, our students have served as legislative interns at the Washington State Capitol in Olympia and in the nation's Capitol in Washington D.C.

For students who need help finding internships, the School of Business prepares a weekly update of opportunities (check your emails).  Students should also check their emails for details of internship interviews held by recruiters on campus.  In addition, students can receive help from the Student Development Center (lower level of Village Hall, career@wallawalla.edu, 509-527-2664), either by completing an Internship Interest Form or by contacting the SDC.  For a current list of internship opportunities through the SDC, see national internships, regional internships, and local internships.

All internships must be pre-approved by Dr. Toews, Associate Dean. To obtain approval, complete the Internship Pre-Approval Form.  See Internship Instructions for more details.