CDC: Internship Essay Contest Due
If you took part in an internship in Fall 2023 or Spring/Summer 2024, you are invited to participate in the 2024 Career Development Center (CDC) Internship Essay Contest.
One lucky winner will be chosen from each of the seven colleges to receive a $1,000 scholarship, and one of the seven winners will then be chosen to win an additional award of $1,000. The winning essays will also be submitted to the California Internship and Work Experience Association (CIWEA) Bernard L. Hyink Scholarship for a chance to win an additional $1,000 scholarship.
Deadline
Friday, October 18, 2024
Participant Eligibility
- Must be a currently enrolled CSULB student
- Must have completed an internship, practicum, fieldwork, or student teaching assignment in Fall 2023 or Spring/Summer 2024 (at least 120 hours of work experience)
- Must be enrolled during Spring 2025 semester to receive award
- Previous winners and student interns of the CDC are not eligible
To Enter the Contest
- Sign in to [Single Sign-On (SSO)]
- Select [CareerLINK]
- Click on your initials in the top right corner
- Select [Surveys]
- Open the 2024 Internship Essay Contest by clicking [Respond]
- Complete the form and in an essay of 750 words or less address the following:
- Briefly describe the organization you interned for.
- What projects and assignments did you complete?
- What knowledge or skills from your coursework were helpful on the job?
- What new skills and abilities have you developed since completing your internship?
- How did you stand out as an intern?
- What was your greatest accomplishment?
- How did your internship experience influence your career path?
- Submit your completed entry form or save your draft if you want to come back to it later
- Submissions must be completed and received by 10:00 PM on Friday, October 18, 2024
Note: The scholarship funding is disbursed through financial aid and may be reflected differently based on a student’s financial aid package.
