Purpose of LA Internship Courses
The purpose of these undergraduate courses is to establish the academic foundations of the Liberal Arts students’ internship. Students will integrate knowledge derived from their academic studies with the experiences gained from real-world work settings. The internship presents an opportunity for academic and professional growth. This class will support these work experiences by fostering analytical, interpersonal, and communications skills.
Course Requirements
General Pre-requisites: The Liberal Arts internship courses are open to all College of Liberal Arts students, regardless of major. Students must have a 2.5 or higher GPA, at least sophomore status (31+ hours) by the start of the course and must be registered with LiberalArts@Work. Students are NOT required to have an internship secured at the time of course registration, however the internship MUST be secured by the first class day of the semester in which the student is enrolled.
Student Agreement: Students enrolled in a Liberal Arts internship course are required to adhere to all personnel rules, regulations, and other standard requirements of the host organization and to complete the internship as agreed, meeting the required hours, start and end date and all assignment deadlines.
Internship Eligibility Requirements
Internship eligibility is reviewed on a case by case basis, however following are general requirements. The internship must (1) provide direct and daily supervision and guidance; (2) provide regular access to the supervisor; (3) assign meaningful projects; and (4) provide a professional, established working environment with a strong learning component. The internship may be paid or unpaid, both are acceptable.
Credit Hours
This course is offered for academic credit, which counts toward your overall GPA (as a letter grade) and fulfills any lower division elective credit requirements. Credit is granted on a letter-base only, credit is not available on a pass/fail basis. Credit is only granted for internships taken in the semester in which the student is enrolled (no retro-credit).
Liberal Arts Internship Course Options
To view course details, requirements and to download course application packets please select the appropriate link below.
Liberal Arts Departmental Intership Courses
In addition to the Liberal Arts Internship Courses, credit options are offered by the following departments:
Internship Search Assistance
Liberal Arts Students:LACS provides a number of resources and programs designed to help you succeed in your internship search. For individualized assistance, please call our office to schedule an appointment, 512-471-7900.
Other UT Students:Please visit your college's career service office for individualized internship search assistance.