Lynch School of Education

Internships

higher education administration m.a. program

Contact: Deborah Hirsch (Deborah.Hirsch.1@bc.edu) or David Fields (David.Fields.1@bc.edu), Campion 240, telephone:  617-552-4185.

The course ED 975: Internship in Higher Education is required for all students who do not have at least one year of significant, full-time administrator experience in higher education.

The purpose of an internship is to gain practical experience in an area of higher education by working a minimum of 10-12 hours per week under the supervision of a college or university administrator or other higher education professional. In addition to working at the field placement site, interns participate in a biweekly seminar that addresses educational issues and skills development in professional practice. The seminar also examines the relationship of field experiences and projects to theory and research in higher education. A “Career Conversations” program provides opportunities for career discussions with alumae/i and other professional affiliates of the program.

Information and Resources for Students
Information and Resources for Host Institutions
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) 

Internship Information and Resources for Students

Internship Application Process

Students should refer to the internship opportunities list to view available positions for the upcoming semester. The sampling of past internship placements also serves as a resource for students interested in applying for internships. It is the responsibility of the student to contact the individual supervisor associated with each listing.

Forms for Internship Participants (PDF format)

 

Internship Opportunities By Institution for Fall 2008 as of April 15, 2008

Please click on the internship listing for currently available information on the position (in PDF format)

Babson College
Office of Academic Services
Residential Living
Student Activities & Leadership - Greek Life
Student Activities & Leadership - Reynolds Campus Center

Bay State College
Center for Learning and Academic Support
Office of Admission
Resident Director

Bentley College
Student Center Operations Intern

Berklee College of Music
Immigration Advising Intern

Boston College
Academic Advising Center
Arts and Sciences Program and Outreach Graduate Assistant
Career Center
Center for International Partnerships and Programs
Compliance Office, Athletics Department
First Year Experience Graduate Assistant
Freshman Welcome Series Graduate Assistant
Graduate Resident Director (Position Filled)
Graduate Technology Assistant
Law School Development Assistant
Office of AHANA Student Programs
Office of Campus Ministry: Intersections and Halftime Retreat Programs
Office of the Dean for Student Development
Office of International Programs
Office of Institutional Advancement
Office of Judicial Affairs
Office of Residential Life
Recruitment and Marketing Specialist, Intersections Project
Science and Technology Programming and Outreach Graduate Assistant
Senior Week Intern
Volunteer and Service Learning Center

Boston University
Career Services
Office of Student Activities

Brandeis University
Department of Orientation and First Year Programs

Curry College
Career Services

EF International School of English
Resident Advisor

Emmanual College
Career Services

Emerson College
Career Services Office
Graduate Assistant for Student Conduct

Framingham State College
Student Conduct, Mediation and Education
Office of Multicultural Affairs

Harvard University
Freshman Dean’s Office
Harvard Law School Fund
Office of Alcohol and Other Drug Services
Student Organization Center at Hilles (SOCH) Graduate Intern (Harvard College)

Lasell Collage
Academic Advising Internship Positions

Lesley University
Career Resource Center

Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Services
Office of Academic Services - Boston
Office of Academic Services - Worcester

Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Career Services Office
Latino Cultural Center
Office of Community Development & Substance Abuse Programs

Mount Ida College
Career Services
Office of Multicultural Affairs

Northeastern University
Career Services

Pine Manor College
Office of Admission

Regis College
Department of Athletics

Roxbury Community College
Career Counselor

Simmons College
Career Education Center

Tufts University
Career Services
Office for Campus Life
Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life

University of Rhode Island
Career Counseling 

Internship Opportunities By Area of Interest as of April 15, 2008

Please click on the internship listing for currently available information on the position (in PDF format)

Academic Advising
Babson College
Boston College
Lasell College
Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Services - Boston
Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Services - Worcester

Admission
Bay State College
Pine Manor College

AHANA Student Programs
Boston College

Alcohol and Other Drug Services
Harvard University

Athletics
Boston College
Regis College

Campus Ministry
Boston College

Career Services
Boston College 
Boston University
Curry College
Emmanuel College
Emerson College
Lesley University
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Mount Ida College
Northeastern University
Roxbury Community College
Simmons College
Tufts University
University of Rhode Island

First Year Programs
Boston College-First Year Experience
Brandeis University
Harvard University

Institutional Advancement
Boston College
Harvard University

International Programs
Berklee College of Music
Boston College

Judicial Affairs
Boston College

Learning and Academic Support
Bay State College

Residence Life
Babson College
Bay State College
Boston College (Position Filled)
EF International School of English

Student Development
Babson College
Bentley College
Boston College
Boston University
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Tufts University

Technology
Boston College

Volunteer and Service Learning
Boston College

 

Sampling of Past Internship Placements
by Institution

Assumption College
Student Development and Counseling Center

Bentley College
Study Abroad Office

Boston College
Arts Council
Career Center
First Year Experience
Neighborhood Center
Office of Drug and Alcohol Education
Office of the Associate Dean of Undergraduate Student Services, Lynch School of Education

Boston University
Undergraduate Career Services

Boston University Academy
Office of Admissions and Financial Aid

Brandeis University
Office of Undergraduate Academic Affairs

Framingham State College
Office of Student Services
Office of Student Involvement and Leadership Development

Northeastern University
Spiritual Life Office

Olin College
Office of Admission
Office of Communication

Tufts University
Office of Career Services
Women’s Center

Wellesley College
Office of Student Activities

Wentworth Institute of Technology
Career Center

 

Sampling of Past Internship Placements
by Area of Interest

Academic Affairs
Brandeis University

Admissions
Boston University Academy
Olin College

Arts Council
Boston College

Campus Ministry/Spiritual Life
Boston College

Career Services
Boston College
Boston University
Tufts University
Wentworth Institute of Technology
Wheelock College

Drug and Alcohol Education
Boston College

First Year Experience
Boston College

Institution Research
Boston College

Neighborhood Center
Boston College

Office of Communications
Olin College

Office of the Associate Dean of Undergraduate Student Services
Boston College

Student Activities
Wellesley College

Study Abroad Office
Bentley College

Student Development
Assumption College
Framingham State College

Student Services
Framingham State College

Contact: Deborah Hirsch (Deborah.Hirsch.1@bc.edu) or David Fields (David.Fields.1@bc.edu), Campion 240, telephone:  617-552-4185.

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Internship Information and Resources for Host Institutions

Internship Requirements

The purpose of an internship is to gain practical experience in an area of higher education by working a minimum of 10-12 hours per week under the supervision of a college or university administrator or other higher education professional. In addition to working at the field placement site, interns participate in a biweekly seminar that addresses educational issues and skills development in professional practice. The seminar also examines the relationship of field experiences and projects to theory and research in higher education.

Posting an available internship in your office

If you are interested in posting an internship on our website, please fill out and submit an Internship Opportunity Form. If you have your internship opportunity as an attachment, please email the document electronically to Deborah Hirsch (Deborah.Hirsch.1@bc.edu) or David Fields (David.Fields.1@bc.edu), 617-552-4185.

Internship Supervisor Forms

Career Conversations

We invite you to come and share your knowledge, expertise and advice with our students as part of our “Career Conversations” program. The program brings alumnae/i and other professionals to the internship seminar to discuss their career paths, significant experiences, observations on the current and future status of their field, the role of professional associations, behaviors and ethics in the workplace, and other general advice to those exploring careers in higher education. If you have questions about the program or you would like to participate, please contact Deborah Hirsch (Deborah.Hirsch.1@bc.edu) or David Fields (David.Fields.1@bc.edu), Campion 240, telephone:  617-552-4185.

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Frequently Asked Questions Higher Education Internships

Q. When is the internship seminar (ED 975) offered?
A. ED 975 is offered during the fall and spring semesters. Many students elect to enroll in the course for both semesters for a longer, more extensive internship experience. Most but not all colleges require two semesters.

Q. Do I have to take the internship course if I already have experience in higher education administration?
A.  If you have one or more year(s) of significant, full-time administration experience in the field of higher education, the internship requirement may be waived. The internship is strongly encouraged to gain firsthand experience on the inner operations of an existing office, to experience the development and ownership of one or more projects, to test potential career interests, and to develop self-confidence as a future administrator.

Q. How many credits will I receive for my internship?
A. Internships count as one course or 3 credits per semester (maximum total of 6 credits for two semesters) toward the requirements of the M.A. or Ph.D. program of studies.

Q. May I seek out my own internship?
A. Absolutely-use your contacts, friends, professional resource people, etc. If desired, contact a particular institution for openings or seek out positions of interest in specific fields at several colleges. Professional associations can also serve as internship sites. Please note that all internships must receive approval of the Director of the Internship Program prior to final confirmation of the placement.

Q. Are internships offered over the summer?
A. Internships for credit are only offered during the fall and spring semesters.

Q. What forms of potential compensation and/or benefits exist for internships?
A. Approximately 60%  of all opportunities have no compensation or benefits attached to them. The remainder may have benefits such as: an hourly wage, a flat semesterly stipend, support for professional development opportunities e.g., a local conference, and/or a skills development program. Graduate assistantships in administrative offices may also qualify for internships.

Q. When should I begin looking for an internship?
A. Students may apply for internships following admission to the program. Most students begin the internship application process during the spring and summer before the fall semester.

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