Internships

Your Path to Professional Success Starts Here. At the University of Memphis, we don't just prepare you for graduation—we prepare you for your career.

 

Ranked by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10 university for internship success, we prioritize real-world experience. Every Health Sciences undergraduate completes a mandatory internship, providing the hands-on maturity and professional portfolio required by today's leading employers. Whether your program requires three or 12 credit hours, you will gain the culminating experience needed to lead in the healthcare industry.

 

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Dates and Deadlines

Requirement for Graduation: Please be advised that the successful completion of all required internship hours is mandatory for graduation. We encourage you to carefully review all dates and deadlines to ensure compliance. If you have any questions, please contact the internship coordinator or the College of Health Sciences team.

About the Internship Requirement

The mission of the College of Health Sciences is to help students discover new knowledge and to prepare future health science leaders to positively impact lives. As the final step before degree completion, the internship promotes hands-on experience alongside industry professionals.

Internship Requirements All students in the College of Health Sciences must complete an internship to gain professional experience, build their network, and increase opportunities for full-time employment after graduation.

• Hours: Must consist of 240 hours completed within a single semester.

• Prerequisites: All major courses must be completed with a C- or higher prior to the internship.

• Scope: The experience must be separate from current employment roles and responsibilities.

• Placement: Students are required to find and secure their own internship placement; see more under the sites tab.

• Dietetics Students: Please contact Mary Catherine Schallert for specific program details.

Credit for Prior Learning The University of Memphis recognizes that learning happens beyond the traditional classroom. Students in the following concentrations may qualify for experiential learning credit:

• Healthcare Leadership

• Health Science

• Dietetics

• Sport Coaching

Click here to learn more about Credit for Prior Learning

Credit for Prior Learning

Internship Locations & UMGlobal Internships are not limited to the greater Memphis area. The University partners with a variety of employers to create professional networks for students nationwide. Students who are part of UMGlobal, looking to return home, or wanting to travel are encouraged to seek internship opportunities in their respective geographic areas. See more under the sites tab.

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