The Department of Anthropology and Geography offers support and guidance for student internship placement. We do not arrange internships for students. It is your responsibility to set up your internship and complete CSU and organizational requirements! Contact the ANTH/GR Internship Coordinator for more information.

1. Ensure you meet department requirements for completing an internship or other credit opportunity including a solid academic record, a minimum 2.9 GPA, and a demonstrated commitment to their education. A letter of recommendation may also be necessary.
2. Start early! Pursue multiple possibilities to find different and best options for you. Begin your search several months before you plan to start a position and complete all CSU registration prior to the start of the semester!
3. Explore CSU resources! Visit Handshake through CSU’s Career Center for current openings. Scroll through our Student Experiences posts to see where others have worked.
4. Reach out to your personal networks. Friends, family, roommates, classmates, TAs, professors can share ideas on organizations and opportunities.
5. Research organizations that interest you. Think big! Many students intern with local and regional organizations but others have worked and done research around the world.
6. Contact organizations directly to inquire about opportunities and how they have worked with students and universities in the past.
7. Be sure the internship aligns with your academic field of study and your career goals, and that it will allow you to work at least 150 hours.
8. Complete registration and other requirements for internships, practicums, and independent study. Determine if you have additional requirements from your host organization.
9. Make your thank you's -- before, during, and after -- to supervisors, colleagues, advisors, and mentors. Build your professional network and represent CSU Anthropology and Geography!