History Internships

History students have had the opportunity to intern with museums, historic sites, law firms, consulting firms and so much more. On average, students who complete one internship before graduation earn $11,000 more than students who do not complete an internship.

Recent Internship Opportunities

• Marvin Samson Museum for the History of Pharmacy at the SJU University City location
• The Washington Center
• World Affairs Council
• Museums, Archives and Historic Sites
• Public Law, Legal Advocacy and Courts
• Private Law
• Community Organizing and Outreach (see also International Politics and Policy)
• International Policy and Politics
• Academic Publishing and Research
• Congress and the Legislative Process
• Campaigns and Electoral Politics
• Communications, Consulting, Advertising and Public Relations

The Philadelphia Area Internship Program is a course that allows students to gain upper-division credit by completing written assignments and working a total of 130 hours in the public sector, private sector or non-governmental organizations in the Philadelphia area. The program uniquely connects academics and professional life.

To apply for the Philadelphia Area Internship Program, contact Melissa Chakars, Ph.D.