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Finding Internship and Co-op Opportunities

When beginning your search, consider the following personal preferences and goals to guide you:

  • Career Field/Industry/Major
  • Job function and necessary skills
  • Geographic location
  • Types of organizations
  • Other values or important criteria

If you have questions or are unclear, consider schedule an appointment with the Center for Career Development & Academic Exploration’s career exploration coaches or career coaches.

Opportunities for UT Students

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Register to participate in on-campus interviews for internships and receive targeted email messages about special programs and opportunities.

HireUpKnox

Knoxville area internships.

Resources by Major and Industries

Career Information by College – select student tab and appropriate college

National Databases

  • Looksharp – The largest internship and entry-level jobs marketplace dedicated entirely to students and new grads. Search for opportunities by location, industry and/or companies of interest.
  • Back Door Jobs – Uncover thousands of unique and alternative short-term jobs, internships and unique work experiences for students of all ages.
  • Disney College Program  – A unique educational and work program especially designed to increase practical knowledge of the entertainment and hospitality industry.
  • GetThatGig.com  – Extraordinary careers, internships & part time jobs, the people who have them and how to get them!
  • Internships.com
  • InternshipPrograms.com  – The premier portal web site community for internship seekers such as college students, corporate employers, and career center professionals. Research and apply to hundreds of internship programs from this site.
  • Monster College  – Great jobs for recent grads and students seeking internships, summer jobs, or temporary positions.
  • Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education – One stop resource for all student positions listed through Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORAU).
  • One Day One Internship  – The insider’s guide to unique and exciting internship opportunities for college students.
  • USAJobs.gov – Opportunities for internships and entry-level jobs with the federal government.