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An internship is a hands-on work experience in your field of study, helping you gain skills, earn credit, and connect classroom learning to real-world work.

Launch Your Career with Hands-On Experience

By interning with local businesses, nonprofits, or industry partners, you’ll put your classroom knowledge into practice with real projects and gain valuable work experience before graduating. 

The Benefits of Internships

  • Applied Knowledge - Turn classroom knowledge into action. You’ll apply the skills from your courses to solve real problems.
  • Build Your Resume - Develop industry-specific skills and gain workplace experience that employers value. From technical skills to communication and teamwork, you’ll graduate prepared to enter the workforce.
  • Network with Professionals - Connect and collaborate with professionals in your field. These relationships can result in mentorship, references, or even job opportunities.

Types of Internships Available at FLCC

Internships vary widely in form and structure. Some are integrated into your coursework and provide college credit. Others operate on a co-op model where local businesses pay you while you gain work experience.

  • Many of our academic programs incorporate internships directly into their curriculum as part of a for-credit course. These programs ensure a specific number of hours working with local partners. Your advisor will inform you when it's time to take this related course and will then connect you with an industry partner.

    Programs with For-Credit Internships

  • Even if your degree program doesn’t include a required internship, you can still gain valuable hands-on experience. We offer several flexible ways to build your resume, explore your interests, and connect with employers in your field.

    Selective Internship Opportunities

    Sometimes, internships arise when a community partner needs a specific skill set. In these cases, you’ll work directly with a host site in your chosen field, applying what you’ve learned in class while getting a feel for a professional workday. Contact your faculty advisor or the Applied Learning Office to see if this option is available to you.

    Explore SUNY Internship and Service Opportunities

    Apply for SUNY-wide internship and service programs that offer valuable learning experiences. Some options include:

    • Empire State Service Corps (ESSC) – Gain professional skills through 300 hours of paid public service work over the course of an academic year. Engage in projects that address social and environmental needs. Learn more about ESSC.
    • SUNY Mental Health Internship Program – Work directly with regional organizations to support mental health initiatives and public health services.

    Find Your Own Opportunity through Handshake

    Handshake is an online platform for connecting students and employers. You can search internship listings, post your resume, and apply for positions all in one place. Get started with Handshake.

How to Find an Internship

  1. Talk to your faculty advisor - Many programs have faculty with industry connections. Your academic advisor or professors can explain what internships are available and recommend internship sites related to your interests.
  2. Reach out to the experiential learning office - We have dedicated support to help you get started. Schedule an appointment to discuss your interests and learn about current openings
  3. Use Handshake - FLCC uses the Handshake platform to connect students with employers. Log in to search for internship postings in the region and across the country. 

Connect With Us

Ready to apply your college skills to a real-world project? Discover what options are available for you by meeting with our applied learning specialist.

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Community Partners

We're looking to partner with local businesses and organizations. Contact us if you're interested in hosting a learning program at your workplace.

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Contact Us

Linda Cunningham
Technical Specialist-Applied Learning & Adv. Comm. Liaison

Canandaigua Campus

Room: 3775

585-785-1317 Ext. 1317

Linda.Cunningham@flcc.edu

Hours
Mon-Fri: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Schedule appointments by email.