Internship Experience
Your senior year marks an exciting transition from academic preparation to professional practice. As part of the Exercise Science or Sport Management program, EXSC 490 (Internship in Kinesiology) provides you with the opportunity to apply the knowledge, skills, and experiences you have gained throughout your coursework in a real-world professional setting.
During this capstone experience, students complete 180 supervised internship hours at an approved placement site of their choice. This hands-on experience allows you to develop professional skills, strengthen your résumé, build valuable industry connections, and explore career opportunities aligned with your interests and career goals.
Internship opportunities are available across a variety of fields, including:
- Strength, fitness, and human performance
- Clinical and rehabilitation settings
- Athletics and sport organizations
- Schools and youth programs
- Community health and wellness initiatives
- Sport administration, marketing, and management
Whether your goal is to pursue a career in healthcare, fitness, athletics, sport management, or community wellness, your internship experience will help you bridge the gap between the classroom and the workforce while preparing you for future success.
