The Career Center can help you identify funding opportunities to support your internship. The list below is provided to assist you in thinking about the types of scholarships, grants, and financial assistance that may be available to you.
Parents Fund Internship Grants
Parents Fund Internship Grants of $3,000 each are awarded in the spring of each academic year and are intended to provide funds that support 2nd and 3rd-year students who have secured unpaid internships in any of the five areas of public concern as defined by the Virginia 2020 Commission:
- Civic Engagement and Public Policy
- Economic and Business Development
- Education (both K-12 and Lifelong Learning)
- Environment (both planned and natural)
- Health
- Sustainability
Application Process & Deadline
Round 1: April 4, 2021 at 11:59pm - See Handshake for application
Round 2: May 9, 2021 at 11:59pm - See Handshake for application
Learn more about the Parents Fund Internship Grants.
Leonard D. Schaeffer Fellows Program
The Leonard D. Schaeffer Fellows Program provides talented undergraduates with a unique government service experience through 10-week, full-time, high-level summer internships with elected officials and agencies at the federal, state and local levels. The Program’s mission is to expose students to government work and its impact.
Application Process & Deadline
Students submit applications through Handshake by typing the key words "Leonard Schaeffer" into the search bar under Jobs in Handshake. Students can apply to up to three of the 10 Leonard D. Schaeffer Fellows in Government Service internships.
Learn more about the Leonard D. Schaeffer Fellows Program.
Larry Simpson Internship Scholarship
The Larry Simpson Internship Scholarship is designed to encourage rising 4th-year students in the College of Arts & Sciences to participate in summer internships. The award will total up to $2,000 per summer. In evaluating applications, high priority will be placed on financial need, the connection between academic and career goals, level of responsibility, and quality of the application.
Application Process & Deadline
ROUND 1: APRIL 4, 2021 at 11:59pm - See Handshake for job posting/application
ROUND 2: MAY 9, at 11:59pm - See Handshake for job posting/application
Learn more about the Larry Simpson Internship Scholarship.
Environmental Resilience Insitute Summer Internship Program
The ERI Summer Internship Program is an opportunity for undergraduate, Masters, and PhD students to explore career opportunities and receive professional guidance. Students are matched with a host organization of the students’ choice. The program runs for 10 weeks from June to August during the summer. Career fields in government agencies, non-profit organizations, and industry are represented. Internships are primarily located in Virginia and Washington DC. Interns will work alongside coworkers on a full-time basis during their placement and receive compensation.
Application Process & Deadline
Applications are due by March 14, 2021 at 11:59pm. Search 'ERI Summer Internship' in the 'Jobs' section on Handshake to view the ERI Internship postings that are currently available.
Internship Search Support
Students can schedule an appointment online through Handshake, which is available 24/7. To schedule a one-on-one career counseling appointment select ‘Career Center,’ and then 'Appointments' on the top navigation bar within Handshake.
Students may also call us at (434) 924-8900, Mon-Fri from 8 am - 5 pm (EST) to schedule an appointment.
Career counseling appointments will be hosted by Zoom or phone until further notice.
