Experience
Ready to Take Action?
Now that you’ve discovered your passions and explored new opportunities, it’s time to dive into the next chapter: experience! This is where your learning transforms into real-world action. Whether it’s through internships, research projects, on-campus jobs, study abroad adventures, or co-curricular activities, these hands-on experiences will help you apply what you’ve learned, develop key skills, and build a portfolio that sets you apart.
You’ll not only gain valuable experience but also connect with professionals in your field who can guide you every step of the way. It’s time to turn your dreams into reality and leverage these opportunities to shape your career and future. Let’s make it happen!
Student Organizations
Student Organizations
Student Organizations
On-Campus Employment (Handshake)
On-Campus Employment (Handshake)
On-Campus Employment (Handshake)
An on-campus job is more than just a great way to earn money – it can also be an opportunity to gain professional experiences. Learn technical skills, and grow a professional network.
Research
Research
Research
Alma offers many opportunities for students to get involved in hands-on research. Let your professors know what you are interested in research, learn more about the Alma Venture program, or the Career and Personal Development team.
Internships
Internships
Internships
Academic Internship Programs
Academic internship programs combine a guaranteed internship placement with coursework for Alma credit. They are a great way to gain experience – exploring a new city, working a professional internship, living in an apartment and cooking for yourself – with the support o peers, professors, and professional staff there to help you be successful. Opportunities are available in the U.S and around the world. For more information, contact ccce@alma.edu
Your Internship Search
Searching for an internship is its own job, with a time commitment to match. To get started you’ll want to have an idea of when and where you want to do your internship, and what kind of position you are looking for. Use this resource page to help you get started, and don’t forget to check Handshake for job and internship postings, or to schedule an appointment with a member of the Career and Personal Development team.
Getting Academic Credit for an Internship
If you have secured an internship and are interested in getting Alma College academic credit, contact a faculty member in the department in which you are seeking credit in order to identify a faculty supervisor. Together, you and your faculty supervisor will complete and submit the Practicum Form. Tuition fees will apply for internships registered during spring or summer (or resulting in overload during the academic year). If you have questions, please contact the Registrar’s Office.
Volunteering
Volunteering
Volunteering
Community Opportunities
Alma College partners with the United Way and local non-profits. Browse opportunities at volunteer.vwgic.org
Alternative Breaks
Spend breaks between and during terms serving a new community and learning about social or environmental issues that you are passionate about. Learn more.
Funding and Support
You can apply to the Alma Venture program for financial support for service projects that you undertake during the summer.