Internship Housing

How can I find cheap (or free) housing during my internship?

This question comes up often, and we understand why. Finding short-term housing in a new city can be challenging, but perseverance and the right resources can help. Some first steps might include:

1. Contact everyone you know with connections in the city where you'll be staying, such as:

• Long-lost relatives
• Friends (and friends of friends)
• Parents of your Oberlin friends from that city
• Your internship organization or supervisor - they may be able to tell you what interns have done in the past

Ask if they can put you up for a while. If not, do they have ideas about where to look for housing?

2. Use online sources to widen your search (see the links below for a few ideas).

3. Look into temporary housing options at local colleges and universities. Some rent out dorm rooms on a temporary basis, and some housing offices list sublet advertisements.