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Build Your Skills and Resume With Experiential Learning

Experiential learning includes more than internships—it encompasses a wide range of activities that bridge the gap between theory and practice. Here are some ideas to get you started:

  • Engage in classroom projects
  • Participate in on-campus research
  • Volunteer to support your interests
  • Join student organizations and assume leadership roles
  • Try your skills in a case competition
  • Take classes that offer employer connections
  • Speak or debate in a public setting
  • Perform in a cultural production
  • Sign up for Spring or Fall Break adventures
  • Study abroad and expand your world

These experiences contribute to your personal and professional growth as well as your skill set. It's about learning by doing, making mistakes, and evolving into a well-rounded individual. Hands-on experience enables you to stand out in the job market, giving you a distinct advantage when it's your time to enter the workforce.

Internships

Internships are an important part of experiential learning. These immersive experiences provide insights into your chosen field, allowing you to apply theoretical knowledge in real-world settings. The benefits extend beyond the immediate learnings—internships often serve as a gateway to future employment. They can also tip you off that a particular line of work is not the best fit for you, directing you to choose better matches going forward.

U Career Success is dedicated to helping you find the right internships. From refining your resume to preparing for interviews, we're here to support you every step of the way. To find your perfect internship, log in to Handshake and make an appointment with your career coach today!

Other Opportunities to Gain Experience

Crimson Projects
The Crimson Projects program partners companies with students for work on projects in product management, product marketing, data analytics, data science, research, software development, and finance.
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The Hinckley Institute
The Hinckley Institute specializes in connecting students of all majors to accredited internships in Utah, Washington, D.C., and in countries around the world.
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Community Champions
First- and second-years intern for local small businesses and nonprofits. All majors welcome.
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Goff Strategic Leadership Institute
Goff programs help students from all backgrounds learn how to confidently lead in the spaces they care about, though for-credit projects, internships, and more.
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Ivory Experiences
Meet prominent business leaders and policymakers at a series of breakfast and lunch meetings and spend a day on Capitol Hill for a behind-the-scenes introduction to Utah government. All majors welcome. First- and second-year students are eligible to participate.
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Nantes University Exchange
This exchange offers students from the University of Utah a unique opportunity to study at Nantes University, located in the Loire region of France.
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Step Up Internship Fund
The Step Up Fund supports undergraduate students from any major who have been offered unpaid internships. Step Up interns may receive $13/hour for up to 19 hours/week for 11 weeks.
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