Junior Practicum Program
The Junior Practicum offered me the opportunity to engage in learning and discussion with my peers, build up my career skills, and explore issue areas I care deeply about. Through my fully funded internship [at a women's health non-profit], I was able to put my new skills into practice and make professional connections. The experience I gained has helped me continue to pursue my goals within and outside of Oberlin."
Yael Benvenuto Ladin '22
The Junior Practicum program provides third-year students with a unique and engaging opportunity to gain the skills and confidence to successfully launch into a high-quality summer internship. Students who complete the Junior Practicum program, including the Summit and coursework, will receive up to $4,000 to pursue a summer experience.
Learning Outcomes
By participating in the Junior Practicum, students will:
- articulate how their liberal arts education and academic course(s) of study contribute to their future career path;
- gain insider knowledge of a professional field of interest and have the opportunity to bridge academic study and real-world application;
- network with alumni, parents, and prospective employers from their career fields of interest;
- gain insight into workplace culture on topics related to diversity, equity, and inclusion; self-efficacy; and performance management;
- develop professional skills related to interviewing, resume, and cover letter writing; and
- design a career management action plan to utilize in the future.
| Date | Action |
|---|---|
| December 15, 2021 | Student Applications Due |
| February 25–27, 2022 | Junior Practicum Summit |
| March 1–April 15, 2022 | Weekly Junior Practicum Courses (LEAD credit) |
| April 24, 2022 | Funding Request Forms Due |
| June 13–August 19*, 2022 | Summer Internship |
*exact dates flexible based on individual assignments
If you are an alum or parent interested in sponsoring a internship, visit the Sponsor an Obie Intern page.