Career Exploration and Development
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 your network or connections in the city where you'll be staying and ask if they can host you for a while. If they can't, see if they have any suggestions for finding housing.
- 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
2. Use Online Sources:
- Check various online platforms for housing options. (Refer to the links below for some ideas.)
3. Explore Temporary Housing Options:
- Look into local colleges and universities. Some rent out dorm rooms temporarily and some housing offices list sublet advertisements.
Please note that this list is for informational purposes only, and inclusion in this list does not constitute an endorsement of the service on the part of Career Exploration and Development or Oberlin College and Conservatory. We strongly encourage you to research carefully any potential housing opportunity before signing a contract or submitting payment.