Internships are an important part of the Honors Beyond the Classroom program. We encourage our students to understand their education as much more than their classes. What they do beyond the campus of the university is as important as what they do in the classroom. Internships also help build foundational skills important for your career endeavors. An internship can open doors, help develop career plans, and make great contacts for the future. Internships sometimes evolve into full-time employment opportunities.
The following opportunities are currently available. Scroll down toward the bottom of the page to read a brief description of the internship and application information.
Public Policy Internship - AIDS Alliance for Women, Infants, Children, Youth & Families
If you plan to use your internship as a means to satisfy the Learning Beyond the Classroom requirement, you must be enrolled in a SCHC internship course. If you have already satisfied that requirement, you may still receive academic credit for your internship. In order to apply for course credit, please complete the internship contract and return it to the Director of Internship Programs, South Carolina Honors College. Internships must meet certain criteria in order to qualify for academic credit. In order to enroll in an internship course, students must enroll prior to the semester in which they want the credit. Students must also meet or speak directly to the Internship Director in order to complete the enrollment process. Click here for more important information about getting academic credit for an internship.
The Honors College offers businesses and organizations a personalized approach for finding outstanding college interns and potential employees. Our goal is to provide our students valuable work experience which complements their academic preparation. Businesses, non-profit groups, government agencies, and other organizations will benefit by having a top-notch student intern. If you are interested in hosting a student intern at your place of employment, please contact Beth Watson, Director of Internship Programs at the South Carolina Honors College.
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SUMMER 2013 - Several Openings - AgFirst Farm Credit Bank
New graduates and students seeking summer internships: take a look at the many opportunities with AgFirst in a number of cities. Visit www.agfirst.com/employment.html, select the location of your choice, and view the position openings. In Columbia, internship opportunities include Credit Analyst, Meetings and Special Events, Marketing and Graphic Design, Professional Development/Human Resources, and Legal Intern. The full-time opportunities include Corporate Credit Analyst, Commercial Credit Analyst, Accountant, Customer Support Analyst, and Web Developer.
If you apply to one of these positions, please notify Beth Watson, Director of Internship Programs, beth.h@sc.edu.
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SUMMER 2013 - Public Policy Internship - The AIDS Institute
The AIDS Institute, a national nonprofit, promotes action for social change through public policy research, advocacy, and education. We are seeking an intern for our Washington, DC, office to assist with a broad range of domestic HIV/AIDS policy objectives. Policy areas include: prevention, research, care & treatment, appropriations, Medicare/Medicaid, and health reform. Intern will report on community and coalition meetings, hearings and briefings on Capitol Hill, and conduct public policy research. This position requires excellent analytical, writing, interpersonal and organizational skills, and an interest in advancing domestic HIV/AIDS public policy.
Please send a resume and cover letter that details your interest in health policy and/or domestic HIV/AIDS policy to Bridget Verrette, Public Policy Associate, at bverrette@theaidsinstitute.org. Please copy Beth Watson, beth.h@sc.edu, on this email.
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SUMMER 2013 - Public Policy Internship - The AIDS Alliance
The AIDS Alliance for Women, Infants, Children, Youth & Families, a project of the AIDS Institute, is also seeking an intern for their DC office. Duties are mostly the same as above internship, but public policy research will focus on women and youth. Intern must be motivated to take initiative and work independently as supervisor works remotely for part of the week. This internship is for a student with stronger research capabilities who can work on their own. Graduate students may be better qualified, but all my apply.
Please send a resume and a cover letter that details your interest in health policy, women and youth, and/or domestic HIV/AIDS policy to Bridget Verrette, Public Policy Associate, at bverrette@theaidsinstitute.org. Please copy Beth Watson, beth.h@sc.edu, on this email.
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SUMMER 2013 - Research and Trail Description Assistant - Appalachian Hiking Guide
A student intern is needed to assist with the creation of trail descriptions for a book to be published by USC Press, Grassy Balds: an Appalachian Wonder - A Hiking Guide to Exploring the Appalachian Balds. Intern will accompany the author on hikes and assist with ecosystem research, taking GPS coordinates, notes and photos, identifying plants and animals, and creating maps and final trail descriptions. Student's work will be appropriately acknowledged in the published book. Love of the mountains and outdoors is required! Applicants should be working towards a degree in geography, environmental science, botany, ecology, biology, or a related field-working toward a master's is a plus. Experience with GPS technology and GIS software is preferred, and outdoor skills are helpful. Applicants must be able to travel to various locations in NC, TN, and VA, sometimes on weekends, hike significant distances, and work under adverse weather conditions. General time frame for work: last week of May, last two weeks in June, and several weeks in July.
Please send a resume and statement of interest to Amy Duernberger, mysticmountain3@yahoo.com. Please also notify Beth Watson, beth.h@sc.edu, if you apply.
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SUMMER 2013 - Blue Cross Blue Shield
Many internships are available with Blue Cross Blue Shield for this summer. Please visit the BCBS website (www.bcbs.com/careers/), click "Apply to BCBSA Jobs", then click "Job Category" to sort for internships. General internships for a variety of majors are available in Washington, DC, and Chicago. Internships in Corporate Procurement, Finance, Clinical Affairs, and Information Technology are available in Chicago.
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SUMMER 2013 - Accounting, Finance, and Engineering Internships - Central Electric Co-Op
Central Electric Power Cooperative is SC's generation and transmission electric cooperative, providing power across the state. Central is seeking three interns for the summer:
-Accounting: Looking for a third- or fourth-year Accounting major with significant Excel experience to streamline the cloud-based accounting system and reimbursement forms. Intern will design a template to standardize the employee expense reimbursement form, create an automated interface into the system, and train all employees in the new process.
-Finance: Looking for a third- or fourth-year Finance, Economics, or Marketing major. Intern will create a lengthy report from results of an appliance saturation survey. Will gain experience in project management, survey data analysis, and communicating technical data in writing. Experience with SAS or other large databases preferred.
-Engineering: Looking for a third- or fourth-year Electrical Engineering major with a Power Systems concentration. Intern will update fault current and impedance characteristics, relay settings, and TCC curve coordination records.
Interns are paid an hourly wage, and generally need to work 40 hours per week. Please send a resume and cover letter to Beth Watson, beth.h@sc.edu, if you are interested in one of these internships.
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SUMMER 2013 - Development Internship - Columbia Museum of Art
The Development Dept at the Museum of Art is seeking an intern to work 15-25 hours per week this summer. Applicants must be college juniors or seniors or graduate students with a strong interest in development, non-profit work, or arts administration. Depending on schedule, interests, and talents, responsibilities will include some or all of the following: membership services, identifying and cultivating donors, grant research and identifying funding opportunities, planning and coordinating meetings and events, and scheduling and training volunteers.
To apply, download the Internship Packet (www.columbiamuseum.org/documents/jobs/CMA_Internships.pdf). Packet must include (1) a cover letter of interest, including choice of internship area, why you are interested in this department, what you can contribute in the position, and what you hope to learn; (2) current resume including all contact information, work experience, and 2-3 references; (3) transcript (official or unofficial) of undergraduate or graduate records with 3.0 minimum GPA; (4) two letters of reference, including at least one from a college professor. Send your complete application packet to internships@columbiamuseum.org. Also notify Beth Watson, beth.h@sc.edu, if you apply.
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SUMMER 2013 - Administrative/Legal Internship - DNR Office of Chief Counsel
The Department of Natural Resources Office of Chief Counsel is looking for a highly motivated and organized student intern for Summer 2013 and/or Fall 2013. Student should be interested in pursuing a career in the environmental sector after college and/or law school. Intern will work 20-25 hours/week assisting staff with research, preparing case files and Freedom of Information Act requests, and various administrative duties. Office is very flexible to class schedules and any school conflicts.
Please send your resume and cover letter to Beth Watson, beth.h@sc.edu, as soon as possible. (posted 5/3/13)
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SUMMER 2013 - Production Assistant - Eat Smart, Move More
Eat Smart, Move More Lexington County is a non-profit public health organization seeking to decrease the obesity rate in Lexington County through large-scale change. ESMMLC needs a production assistant intern for their radio show, Healthier Lexington. Duties would include developing topics and securing guests; writing and producing segments; directing the show and running the soundboard; and serving as back-up on-air personality. Applicants should be upperclassmen at the School of Journalism and Mass Communications, with excellent writing and editing skills. Experience with running soundboard preferred. Hours are flexible, but the intern must be present during radio show air time.
Please email your resume to Brenda Davis, brendadavis57@gmail.com, to apply. Also copy Beth Watson, beth.h@sc.edu.
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SUMMER 2013 - Facilities Internship - EdVenture
EdVenture Children's Museum is looking for an engineering student interested in working with their Facilities department. Intern would work with the Facilities director learning about power and lighting of the museum's physical plant. Would have opportunities to go behind the scenes of a working museum and learn about how heating and cooling, telephone communications, and computer data networks function in the facility. Hours are flexible for the summer.
If you are interested, please send your resume to Katherine Williams, Health Education Programs Manager, kwilliams@edventure.org. Also copy Beth Watson, beth.h@sc.edu.
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SUMMER 2013 - Youth Programs Internship - EdVenture
EdVenture Children's Museum is looking for a science, math, or education student to work closely with the Youth Programs Manager. Intern would help develop and implement middle school programming, including public programs, in-house, and outreach school programs. Applicants should have strong customer service and interpersonal skills, experience working with youth ages 12-16, and enjoy working with children and guests of all ages. Most of all, applicants should be committed to engaging the public in play-based learning, and enjoy working with youth.
Please email your resume to Brittani Lane, Youth Programs Manager, blane@edventure.org, if you are interested in this position. Also copy Beth Watson, beth.h@sc.edu.
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SUMMER 2013 - General Internship - Office of the Governor
The Office of the Governor provides students with an opportunity to learn more about the SC Executive Branch and Governor Haley's administration. Summer interns are expected to work three days per week, 7 hours per day. Internship begins May 15th and runs through the summer, with possibility of continuing in the fall.
Please send your resume and cover letter to Beth Watson, beth.h@sc.edu, if you are interested.
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SUMMER 2013 - Research/Data Collection Internships - Lowcountry Food Bank
The Lowcountry Food Bank is seeking volunteer/intern data collectors for this year's Hunger Study. The Hunger Study will provide comprehensive data about domestic charitable food assistance, which is an invaluable resource for charitable feeding organizations to help develop programs that best support people in need. Interns must commit 1-2 days per week to the project from May through August. Data collection will occur in the Lowcountry Food Bank's service area, covering several counties, so interns must have reliable transportation and ability to travel. Applicants should be able to communicate with diverse populations, show respect and sensitivity towards clients, and be able to operate tablet computers. Interest in statistics, research, public policy, nutrition, public health, or social work is desired.
For more information, please contact Joanna Bruno, Hunger Study Coordinator, at jbruno@lcfbank.org or (843) 747-8146 ext 115. Please let Beth Watson, beth.h@sc.edu, know if you apply for this opportunity.
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SUMMER 2013 - Clerkships - Richland County Public Defender's Office
The Public Defender's Office has clerkship positions available for the summer. Clerks will perform general legal research and writing, as well as attend hearings, trials, and client meetings. Applicants should have high academic achievement, strong research and writing skills, relevant work experience, an interest in public sector service, and demonstrated leadership abilities.
To apply, please email a cover letter (including career goals, clerk goals, skills you would like to learn or develop), resume, and a writing sample (research paper, abstract, etc) to Kimberly Johnson, johnsonk@rcgov.us. Please copy Beth Watson, beth.h@sc.edu, on your application email.
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SUMMER 2013 - Campaign Internship - Sierra Club
The Sierra Club is looking for interns to work at least 20 hours per week this summer for its Beyond Oil campaign in DC, San Francisco, Boston, and other locations. Oil is the #1 source of U.S. climate-disrupting pollution. The Sierra Club aims to cut America's addiction to oil by promoting real solutions that use clean, renewable energy. Interns will provide support to all aspects of the campaign and its three areas: dirty fuels, green transportation, and green fleets & electric vehicles. Past job activities have included research and writing, assisting in outreach efforts, organizing program activities and events, preparing educational materials, providing administrative support, and contributing to program blogs and social media. Applicants should have excellent written and oral communication skills, demonstrated ability to research complex issues, good time management and organization, and experience with grassroots organizing/campaigns preferred.
Students of all backgrounds are welcome. To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to jessica.eckdish@sierraclub.org with "Beyond Oil Internship Application" in the subject line. Please notify Beth Watson, beth.h@sc.edu, if you apply.
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SUMMER 2013 - Several Openings - South Carolina Dept of Health and Human Services
The SC DHHS has several open internships and full-time jobs. General duties include: researching policies, standards, and procedures related to programs and services, researching Medicaid quality models, creating informational programs, and collecting data. Applicants should have general public administration and public health knowledge.
Visit the SC Jobs portal (agency.governmentjobs.com/sc/default.cfm), select SC Dept of Health and Human Services as the agency, and apply for a specific Job Title there. Postings are open until they are filled, but apply as soon as possible for best consideration. Interviews will be held May 17th for internships. Please also email Beth Watson, beth.h@sc.edu, to notify her of your application.
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SUMMER 2013-SUMMER 2014 - Office/Programs Assistant - South Carolina Honors College
Two advisors in the South Carolina Honors College are seeking an assistant for the coming year. Assistant will work with undergraduate research, service-learning, and internship programs. Duties include, but are not limited to, email and phone correspondence, creating handouts, updating the website, editing documents, planning events, and interacting with students, faculty, staff, and the public. There are opportunities to tailor work to individual strengths and intended career path. This position is ideal for a recent Honors College grad taking a gap year before pursuing further education. Assistant will develop close mentor relationships with supervisors, and gain critical experience in an office environment. Assistant may work up to 40 hours per week, without benefits. Minimum qualifications: Recent graduate of the SCHC. Must have exceptional communication skills to interact with a variety of people, in person and remotely. Must be organized and able to prioritize and balance multiple tasks.
Please send your resume to Beth Watson, beth.h@sc.edu, if you are interested in this job.
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SUMMER 2013 - Two Employment Opportunities - South Carolina Honors College
The Honors College invites applications for two summer jobs: 1) student curator and staff assistant, 2) writer and staff assistant. Applicants should be continuing students (that is, not graduating spring 2013). The students hired may work up to 40 hours per week and will be paid $10/hour. The first position will involve creating displays and exhibits in the honors residence and Harper College, as well as providing assistance to the staff in a variety of other projects. The second position will involve creating content for the College's website and communications, including feature stories focusing on student activities and accomplishments.
For full consideration, please send a letter of application and resume to search@schc.sc.edu by May 20, 2013.
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SUMMER 2013 - Associate Program - White House Office of Presidential Correspondence
The Office of Presidential Correspondence (OPC) is currently accepting applications for the Fall 2013 Associate Program. OPC responds to the thousands of letters, emails, and phone calls that President Obama receives. Associates are assigned to one of OPC's departments and work alongside staff to help President Obama maintain a dialogue with the American people. Department assignments include: Mail Analysis, Agency Liaison, the Comment Line, and the Gift Office. OPC Associates serve a minimum of 30 hours per week from September 3 to December 13.
Please send your resume and a statement of interest to OPCAssociate@who.eop.gov by May 5th. Also notify Beth Watson, beth.h@sc.edu, if you apply.
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SUMMER/FALL 2013 - Advocacy and Communications Internship - AIDS Healthcare Foundation
The South Carolina regional office of the AIDS Healthcare Foundation and the HIV/AIDS Committee of the Episcopal Diocese of Upper South Carolina is seeking an intern to work about five hours per week and do special events. Applicants must be respectful of all people and passionate about raising awareness of the HIV/AIDS epidemic. HIPAA training is required to maintain confidentiality. The ideal intern would be self-motivated, reliable, creative, and detail-oriented, with strong computer skills and communication/interpersonal capabilities. Duties will include: corresponding with advocates, partners, and media; database administration and media tracking; web maintenance and social media presence; and various special events. Please send your resume to Beth Watson, beth.h@sc.edu, if you are interested.
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SUMMER/FALL 2013 – EdVenture Children’s Museum – STEM, Health, Museums, Theatre – Columbia, South Carolina
Are you interested in science, technology, engineering, health, museums, or theatre? The EdVenture Children’s Museum in Columbia, SC recently received a grant from the National Institutes of Health and is beginning a number of exciting new programs and projects. They are seeking pre-med, pre-dental, chemistry, biology, biochemistry, education, public health, and theatre majors who enjoy spending time around children to participate in their new internship program. More information on these and other internships can be found on EdVenture's website: www.edventure. org. Hours are flexible.
If you would like to apply for this position, send your resume and a cover letter to Dr. Kathie Williams, kwilliams@edventure.org. Please copy Beth Watson on the email as well, at beth.h@sc.edu.
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