Women in Scholarship, Engineering, Science, & Technology (WiSEST) internship
The WISEST Intern role provides undergraduate students with hands-on experience in STEM outreach, program support, and administrative work within a professional office environment. Interns volunteer 5–10 hours per week from September/October to March/April, with flexibility around academic demands. Projects are assigned based on individual learning goals and WISEST operational needs and may include curriculum development, communications, research, and event support. In return, interns gain transferable skills, professional references, and tuition credit while contributing to initiatives that promote equity and inclusion in STEM.
Service Offerings
• STEM outreach support
• Curriculum and activity development
• Communications and content creation
• Research and program development assistance
• Administrative and database support
• Event and conference assistance
Location
Hours of Operation
Varies depending on workplace.
What to Expect
WISEST Interns receive clear expectations, consistent supervision, and ongoing support in a flexible, student-centered volunteer role. Projects are well-defined, aligned with learning goals, and adjusted to accommodate academic commitments. Interns are expected to communicate professionally, meet agreed timelines, and actively engage in assigned tasks, with guidance and feedback provided throughout the term.Cost
No charge for serviceSpecial Conditions
- Volunteer internship role
- Open to undergrads in 2nd year or higher
- 5–10 hours per week in Fall/Winter
- Flexible scheduling around academics
- Some in-person participation required
- Up to $1,500 tuition credit on completion
Audience: Undergraduate students, Graduate students
Home Campus: All
Delivery format: Email/Ticket/Form
Access: Application Required
Service Provider: Student Success & Experience (SSE)
Language: English