Internships
Yawkey Nonprofit Internship Program
Boston University’s Yawkey Nonprofit Internship Program is a selective educational program designed for sophomores and juniors that provides a living allowance stipend to support participation in unpaid internships at nonprofit organizations.
CAS IN 299 is a two-credit, seminar-style course that carries the Teamwork/Collaboration BU Hub unit. Program participants are responsible for securing your own internship placement and for completing an application in the semester prior to taking CAS IN 299.
BUCH Undergraduate Internship in the Humanities
This summer internship program is open to all students majoring or minoring in a CAS Humanities program. One of the partner organizations is the Brattle Film Foundation in Cambridge, MA.
Museum of Fine Arts Boston Student Internship
The Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, invites college and university students to participate in the life of the Museum through the MFA Pathways internship program. Through semester-long undergraduate-level paid internships in departments across the institution, MFA Pathways interns gain hands-on training in specific museum roles, participate in professional development to learn about a range of museum careers and practices, and build professional networks on which to draw in advancing career aspirations.
Research
Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program
UROP provides research stipends, on a competitive basis, each semester and summer.
Types of Funding Include:
- Stipend Awards: paid directly to the student as taxable income
- Supplies Awards: provided to the mentor’s department to cover project supplies
- Travel Awards: reimbursement for research- or conference-related travel expenses
- Humanities Scholars Awards: stipend and supplies for students conducting research in the humanities
- Housing Supplement: $1000 toward summer housing, limited number of awards available for students with the greatest financial need
Honors in the Major
CIMS students can receive honors in the major by completing an honors thesis project their senior year. This opportunity is flexible and open to the interests and goals of the student. Discuss your options with your CIMS advisor.
Scholarships are available to students who would like to go abroad in service of their thesis project.
BUCH Undergraduate Student Awards
These awards are given out annually to students who have shown excellence in their work in the humanities.
Careers
Linked is a comprehensive list of resources for all students, whether you’re thinking “What can I do with this major?” or “I need to find a job now!” Download the pdf, bookmark the resources you find most helpful, and bring this guide to your next advising session!
Creative Careers Guide
Fulbright Program
Seniors and early/mid-career Alum should keep in mind the Fulbright U.S. Student program. This is a great way to earn your masters, study abroad post-grad, or teach English. BU offers Fulbright advising to all students and alum who would like to apply. More information on the Fulbright is listed here, and guidelines to apply as a BU applicant are here.
Resume Templates
A resume tailored to your professional experiences is crucial to beginning your career. Attached are 3 downloadable templates to copy or draw inspiration from.
The Center for Career Development is available for help in any stage of the Resume building process. Setup an appointment here.