Internships

• Reflect on your interests, skills, and career goals.
• Build a strong résumé and cover letter (book a review appointment).
• Create a professional online presence (LinkedIn, Handshake, or portfolio).
• Keep track of applications with a spreadsheet or notes app.
• Use multiple tools: Handshake, LinkedIn, Indeed, and industry-specific job boards.
• Talk to people: professors, classmates, alumni, family friends.
• Attend career events: Watch out for announcements of career fairs, networking events, panels, and employer meetups.
• Take care of yourself—set goals, pace your search, and celebrate progress.
• Get support: Schedule an internship search appointment through Handshake

• Search jobs by major – Search the Handshake job listings by major
• Handshake – Longwood’s platform with thousands of postings (login required).
• College Recruiter – Entry-level jobs and internships for students and grads.
• Indeed – Broad search for jobs and internships across industries.
• LinkedIn – Network with alumni and apply directly to positions (login required).
• Idealist – Opportunities with nonprofits, social impact, and government.
• USAJOBS – Federal government jobs and internships.
• Federal Internship Finder – Federal internship listings for students.
• U.S. National Science Foundation – Research internships and fellowships.
• WayUp – Student and entry-level jobs with leading employers.
• Zintellect – STEM-focused internships and research opportunities.

• Commonwealth STEM Industry Internship Program – Paid STEM internships in Virginia.
• Virginia State Government Jobs & Internships – Opportunities across state agencies.
• Virginia Workforce Connection – Job board and resources for statewide employment.

• Farmville & Prince Edward County –Town of Farmville, Prince Edward County, Chamber of Commerce listings.
• Nearby Colleges – Hampden-Sydney College postings , Longwood Student Employment
• ULoop student job board
• Local Media – Farmville Herald classifieds; regional papers in Richmond, Lynchburg, Charlottesville.
• Google Maps – Search by field + location (e.g., “graphic design firms near Richmond, VA”) to identify local businesses.
• Chambers of Commerce – Use directories to find smaller businesses; email directly if listings aren’t online.

Please note: Please note that the job boards, search engines and external sites listed below and throughout our website are provided as a resource for students. Our career center does not endorse or guarantee employers, positions, or opportunities found through these platforms. Students are encouraged to research employers carefully, use caution when sharing personal information, and report any suspicious postings both to the job site and to our office.