Externship Opportunities

Externships are career exploration opportunities that provide students with a snapshot of a particular career environment, enabling them to gather information that will influence their career decisions. Students have the opportunity to shadow an alumnus or friend of Duke University for 1-5 days during Fall/Spring Break or after commencement in May. Externships often include overviews of the career, informational interviews with professionals and short term projects.

Benefits to Student Participants

• Gain exposure to the career of your interest
• Learn the "lingo" and job search tips for that particular field (helpful when interviewing for internships and full time jobs)
• Build your network base
• Become more focused with your career goals
• Spend time with outstanding Duke alumni and friends
• It's a bonus on your resume!

How to Secure a Shadowing/Externship Opportunity

The Career Center provides individual counseling sessions for students who are interested in taking advantage of these opportunities.  Students are encouraged to meet with a counselor or the Internship Coordinator to discuss finding and securing these opportunities.  Call 660-1050 to make an appointment.