Uploaded August 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
College internships are more important than ever — and getting harder to find.
These temporary positions — typically part-time and lasting six months or less — can provide valuable work experience, and employers value them highly in early-career job applicants. But recent economic disruptions, including artificial intelligence, are creating new challenges for anyone seeking these opportunities.
How can colleges best position students to succeed in this new environment?
Watch our explainer to understand why the internship market is more competitive — and what steps colleges can take to support students.
College internships are more important than ever — and getting harder to find.
These temporary positions — typically part-time and lasting six months or less — can provide valuable work experience, and employers value them highly in early-career job applicants. But recent economic disruptions, including artificial intelligence, are creating new challenges for anyone seeking these opportunities.
How can colleges best position students to succeed in this new environment?
Watch our explainer to understand why the internship market is more competitive — and what steps colleges can take to support students.
