Internships
While internships are not required for every major in the College of Media & Communication, we strongly encourage all of our students to take advantage of internships during their time as a student. Internships provide you with practical, hands-on knowledge and give you the chance to put what you are learning in the classroom to practice. As well as the opportunity to build out your portfolio with professional work. Explore the information below to learn more about internships.
For Credit Internships
For credit internships provide you the opportunity to earn class credit toward your degree while completing an internship. Below you will find course prerequisites an internship packet with all the necessary information and paperwork needed to begin and complete a for credit internship. If you have more questions, please reach out to the CoMC Advising Office at advising.comc@ttu.edu.
For Credit Internship Prerequisites
ADV | CMI | COMS | JOUR | PRSC | PCOM |
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MATH 2300 ADV 3310 ADV 3351 2.50 or better TTU GPA Approval from internship coordinator and department chair |
MCOM 2320 JCMI 2301 JCMI 2302 Approval from internship coordinator and department chair |
Approval from internship coordinator and department chair | JOUR 2300 JOUR 2310 JCMI 2301 JCMI 2302 JOUR 3311 JOUR 3312 2.50 or better TTU GPA Approval from internship coordinator and department chair |
ENGL 1301 ENGL 1302 MCOM 2320 or JOUR 2310 PRSC 2310 PRSC 3311 PRSC 3312 2.50 or better TTU GPA Approval from internship coordinator and department chair |
MCOM 1300 MCOM 2310 MCOM 2320 2.50 or better TTU GPA Approval from internship coordinator and department chair |
How to Find an Internship
Internships are everywhere; you just have to look! As you venture out to find one, think about the things you enjoy, locations you like, the kind of experience you have and the kind of experience you would like to attain. Ask yourself if you know people in the industry. Consult your professors. They're excellent sources of information and can help you find something you'll learn from and enjoy. Keep in mind, you can do an internship in Lubbock or anywhere in the world!
Professional Organizations
Professional organizations are an excellent source for internships. Visit the websites of national and international professional organizations and look for links to specific local chapters for more specific internships.
Print Materials
Other sources of information can be located in the library. Industry books, journals and magazines can provide helpful contact information.
Internet Sources
Try searching with specific locations, companies, positions or time frames and see what your search produces.
Other Opportunities
Keep in mind, not all internship opportunities are advertised. It may be up to you to call or e-mail specific businesses to see if they hire or would like to hire an intern. Take the initiative. Don't be shy or you may miss a wonderful opportunity!
Just so you know, there are generally more internships to fill than students looking to learn!
More Questions?
If you have more questions about internships, feel free to reach out to career.center.comc@ttu.edu
Helpful Links
For more information contact:
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