If you would like assistance with your internship search, please book an appointment with a USI Career Coordinator. During your appointment, an internship coordinator will help you explore opportunities, determine if you can earn academic credit, and guide you through the process.
Landing an internship requires a strong resume and polished interview skills. Our team can help you:
Develop or improve your resume
Practice interview techniques
Understand internship requirements and timelines
Bring your most up-to-date resume to your appointment. If you don’t have one, visit our office or website to access sample resumes to help you get started. Most employers will require a resume as part of the application process.
The Career Success Center is located in the Orr Center.
Schedule an appointment through Career Launch, by emailing us, or calling 812-464-1865.
We’re here to support you every step of the way.
Contact us to schedule an appointment or schedule through your Career Launch account.
Report Your Internship in Career Launch
Career Launch is USI’s official database for Experiential Learning, Internships, Co-ops, and other work-based experiences. All students—whether earning credit or not—are expected to report their internships in Career Launch as soon as a position is accepted.
A new Experiential Learning Form must be submitted each semester (work term), even if you're continuing with the same employer in the same role.
Reporting your internship in Career Launch:
Ensures it is part of your official university record
Allows USI to verify your experience if requested by future employers
Helps you track important details for your resume and future job applications
How to Report Your Internship:
Log in to Career Launch via the icon on myUSI
Click on the Experiential Learning link
Select “Add New” and complete the steps to report your experience
If you need help, contact the Career Success center.
Internship Credit and Registration
GENS 399 is a Field Experience course offered by the Career Success Center. Contact us to register.
Please consult your Academic Advisor to confirm GENS 399 meets your graduation goals. Please consult Financial Aid and the Bursar's Office for more information concerning the financial responsibilities of enrolling in GENS 399.
Credit is typically based on work hours completed:
1 credit = 50 work hours
2 credits = 100 work hours
3 credits = 150 work hours
Most internships are part-time and last one semester or summer; co-ops generally involve alternating full-time work and class semesters. Assignments include goal-setting, journaling, evaluations, and a final report.
Some part-time jobs may qualify as internships for GENS 399 if they provide meaningful, career-related experience and align with your academic or professional goals. To determine if your job qualifies, meet with a Career Coordinator.
