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Gain Experience

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No matter what your professional interests, gaining experience outside the classroom will help you to explore careers, build skills, and develop your professional network. Below are some of the Career Connections Center’s resources for creating those experiences, including how to apply for funding for research and internships. 

Undergraduate student Rachel Chen interns at the Distrcit Attorney's office

Internships for Academic Credit

Through Clark’s Academic Internship Program, you can earn academic credit for certain internships. You might intern at a nonprofit organization, government office, or for-profit business. Some internships are paid.

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Apply for Funding

Wondering how you’ll pay rent if you pursue a summer internship, research, or project? Apply for funding through Clark’s Office of Opportunity Funding.

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Find a Job or Internship

Ready to find a job or internship? A good search strategy is essential. Use our resources to plan and expand your search.

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Work on Campus

Looking for a job on campus? Learn how to find and apply for them here.  

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Contact Information

Career Connections Center

Office Location
  • Shaich Family Alumni and Student Engagement Center (ASEC Building)
    939 Main St.
    Worcester, MA 01610

  • 1-508-793-7258
  • 1-508-421-3752 Fax
  • cservices[at]clarku[dot]edu
Career Lab Hours
  • The Career Lab offers on-demand reviews of resumes, cover letters, and LinkedIn profiles 12 – 4 pm weekdays. Upload your documents, or make an appointment for the Career Lab on Handshake!