This document is a brochure from the Office of Internships and Experiential Learning at Borough of Manhattan Community College. It introduces the office's mission to help every student complete at least one experiential learning opportunity before graduating, connecting classroom knowledge with real-world experience. It is aimed at students seeking career-ready skills, industry insight, and…
This brochure from Borough of Manhattan Community College introduces the Office of Internships and Experiential Learning and its goal of connecting classroom knowledge with real-world experience. It is aimed at students who want to build career-ready skills, gain industry insight, and develop professional networks before graduating.
The document outlines several types of opportunities available to students. These include academic internships that offer college credit, undergraduate research apprenticeships, student leadership and employment roles, and volunteer and community engagement projects. Each option is presented as a way to gain practical experience and strengthen a resume.
A section on micro-internships highlights short-term, project-based paid roles with remote options, described as a good addition to a resume. Academic internships are detailed with requirements such as completing 24 credits and a 2.0 GPA minimum, with applications submitted through the Handshake platform. Apprenticeships are also covered, offering up to 9 college credits or industry credentials and the possibility of permanent hire.
The brochure also covers civic engagement through community-based projects and job simulations via the Forage platform, which allow students to explore careers with top companies. It encourages students to attend information sessions and employer site visits to connect with professionals and tour workplaces.
Contact and access details are provided at the end, including the office location at 199 Chambers Street, Room S750, New York, NY, a phone number, an email address, and the website bmcc.cuny.edu. Students are directed to sign up through the Handshake portal to begin the application process.