Experiential Learning and Internships

Why Experiential Learning?

Experiential learning has the potential to enhance graduate students' transition into a wide range of careers. There are many reasons to consider engaging in activities such as internships, experiential fellowships, or other experiential activities as part of your graduate training at Emory. Benefits might include gaining hands-on experience in a new professional area, building skills and networks that can help you become a great job candidate, and gaining insight into how different career fields think about their work.

Doctoral students who are considering an internship or experiential learning activity that relates to their research, teaching, and/or career goals should consider enrolling in GRAD 705R: Graduate Internship Experience (Instructor Permission is Required). GRAD 705R is open to doctoral students in all fields and allows students to receive course credit for completion of a part-time or full-time internship or experiential activity that provides training to broaden students' skills and expand their career options. 

Refer to the links at the top right for more strategies and advice on pursuing a graduate-level internship.

How to Enroll in GRAD 705R

To enroll in GRAD 705R, students must first have their activity approved through the LGS Experiential Activity, Internship, & Employment Approval Form (see link above). This approval process will ensure that experiences align with guidelines around academic goals, career development, funding, and internships.

Note that this form requires support from your DGS, your mentor/PI, LGS-PDCP, and (if applicable) ISSS.

The internship must relate to the student’s research, teaching, and/or career goals and must align with the Department of Labor Fair Labor Standards Act and the internship definition and criteria of the National Association for Colleges and Employers (NACE).

GRAD 705 Documents