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Internships & Externships
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Internships & Externships Overview
We connect ventures with top-tier student talent ready to make an impact. Through our Internship & Externship Program, we foster tailored matches that allow ventures to leverage the creativity and expertise of our students while providing hands-on, transformative experiences that prepare entrepreneurial thinkers for the future.
Tailored Experiences with the Entrepreneurship Hub
For Ventures:- Exceptional Talent Pool: Access a diverse network of W&M students, from undergraduates to MBAs, vetted through our connections with the Career Development & Professional Engagement Office (CDPE) and Graduate Career Management Center (GCMC).
- Tailored Matching: Share your needs, and we’ll connect you with motivated students who align with your venture’s goals, culture, and skill requirements.
- Engaged Innovators: Collaborate with students immersed in the Hub’s entrepreneurial ecosystem, ready to bring fresh perspectives and innovative thinking to your projects.
- Work with Visionary Ventures: Partner with startups and organizations deeply engaged with the Hub’s mission and resources.
- Apply and Grow: Tackle real-world challenges, apply classroom knowledge, and develop entrepreneurial skills that stand out in any career.
- Career-Ready Experiences: Build your entrepreneurial resume and expand your professional network with ventures at the forefront of innovation.
How It Works
For Ventures:
- Complete our Internship Form or Externship Form to share your needs.
- We’ll review your submission and match you with top-tier student talent aligned with your goals.
- Receive support and guidance from the Hub to create a seamless experience for both your venture and the student.
For Ventures:
For Students:
- Submit your Talent Application to share your skills, interests, and goals.
- Get matched with ventures seeking entrepreneurial thinkers ready to make an impact.
- Build your entrepreneurial resume through hands-on projects and real-world challenges.
Summer Alumni Venture Internships
Looking for something more structured and high-impact?
Each summer, the Hub offers a small, selective internship program that connects William & Mary students directly with alumni-led ventures. These aren’t traditional internships. Each role is built around a clearly defined venture priority, so students are contributing to real work that moves the venture forward.
The Hub serves as the employer of record and provides structure and support, while alumni founders provide the day-to-day context and collaboration.
- Work on a specific, milestone-driven project
- Collaborate directly with alumni founders
- Contribute to real venture progress
How to get involved:
Submit a Talent Application to be considered for these and other opportunities. You can also find Hub-supported roles posted through TribeCareers and Handshake.
Program Expectations
To ensure a high-quality, mutually beneficial experience, the Hub outlines clear expectations for both ventures and student participants in our Internship & Externship Program.
For Ventures:
- Goal-Setting Meeting: Prior to the start of the experience, we’ll facilitate a brief alignment session to define project objectives, key deliverables, and the ideal learning environment for the student.
- Midpoint Check-In: For internships exceeding six weeks, a check-in is encouraged to ensure goals are on track and to adjust scope or support as needed.
- Exit Interview: At the close of the experience, we’ll gather feedback on intern performance, project outcomes, and opportunities to iterate and improve future matches.
For Students:
- Orientation Meeting: Students are expected to engage in a kickoff session with their venture mentor to establish expectations, timelines, and communication practices.
- Progress Check-In: Students should come prepared to reflect on their experience, raise questions, and realign priorities mid-project if needed.
- Exit Interview: All students will complete a short debrief to reflect on their learning, contribute feedback to the venture and the Hub, and help shape future opportunities for peers.
Want to talk it through?
Whether you're a venture seeking exceptional talent or a student looking for high-impact opportunities, the Entrepreneurship Hub is here to support you. Connect with a Hub staff member to refine your approach and guide you through the next steps!