Career Development Center
Upcoming Events
Fall 2026 Job and Internship Fair
Tuesday, September 15th from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. in the Student Center Ballrooms
Employer RegistrationStudent Registration
Need some paid experience to add to your portfolio?
Students and recent graduates from all majors can execute short-term, paid, typically remote, professional projects that allow you to build and demonstrate skills while exploring potential career paths.
These Micro-Internships can take place at any time of year, and are used by companies across the United States, ranging from those in the Fortune 100 to emerging start-ups.
Micro-Internships are facilitated via the Parker Dewey platform, which connects students and recent graduates with organizations in need of support.
Parker Dewey SIU Paid Micro-Internships
Earn Six Internship Credits!
SIUC Global Career Accelerator: A Pathway to International Collaboration and Career Readiness
The SIUC Global Career Accelerator is an online, credit-bearing program that connects students from over 50 countries to work on real-world projects with companies like Intel and The Grammys. Offered in partnership with Podium Education, it emphasizes global collaboration and professional skill development through team projects, live sessions, and self-paced coursework. Students earn six internship credits and gain hands-on experience with no prerequisites required.