Internships and Capstones
We encourage students to complete internships or other learning experiences. These hands-on components are vital to our programs. Each unit recommends and often requires students to participate in field placements. This applies to both undergraduate and graduate levels.
These requirements give students real-world experience, helping them transition from school to work. Internships let students apply what they’ve learned in school and bring fresh ideas to their organizations.
AHS students gain valuable experience through these opportunities. Bachelor’s programs in community health, interdisciplinary health sciences, speech and hearing sciences and recreation, sport and tourism need internships to graduate. Graduate public health, health administration and health technology graduate students must complete external placements. They also complete capstone projects with professional partners.
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On-Campus Opportunities
Experiential Learning on Campus
These internships help students navigate campus and manage daily living activities. They may involve outreach, wellness programs, or assistance for students with disabilities.
Campus Recreation internships give students hands-on training in a specific area. It also offers real-world experience while studying at the University of Illinois.
The Wellness Center empowers the Illinois community. It promotes healthful practices and fosters a culture of wellness. This supports healthy living, personal growth and improved quality of life.
Projects:
- Map wellness resources on campus and in Champaign-Urbana.
- Expand walking programs for students and faculty.
- Create wellness newsletters.
The Cancer Center at Illinois combines engineering and basic sciences. This collaboration transforms cancer research, detection, and treatment.
CHAD conducts original research on issues faced by older adults.
Projects:
- Develop and implement outreach programs and educational materials.
- Assist with public events for older adults.
- Join monthly meetings for Age-Friendly Champaign-Urbana and the Champaign County Senior Task Force to help take minutes.
Preferred Skills and Qualifications:
- Passion for working with older adults
- Strong writing and speaking skills
- Interest in research and some experience
- Junior or senior standing, with a preferred GPA of 3.0
Chez Veterans Center is the largest facility of its kind in the U.S. It is in the heart of campus and serves as a one-stop shop for veterans and military-connected services.
The CDL supports teaching, research, and outreach. It also provides high-quality early care and education for enrolled children and their families.
Projects:
- Work with the CDL directors to identify health and nutrition issues related to program services provided for enrolled children.
- Develop in-service training materials for CDL staff members.
- Assist teachers in developing educational materials on health and nutrition for classroom use.
- Develop parent workshops on health and nutrition issues during the early childhood years.
Outreach is an essential component of the DRES internship experience. A variety of internship areas are available, including:
- Career services
- Physical therapy
- Athletic training
- Occupational therapy
- Testing office
La Casa Cultural Latina aims to create a welcoming atmosphere. It develops programs in education, culture, socio-politics, and social issues. These programs help recruit, retain, advance, and empower Latina/o students. La Casa connects leaders now and in the future. It does this through mentorship, civic engagement, and social advocacy.
The WRC aims to improve campus climate and promote gender equity for all students. They offer various programs and services, including:
- Support for survivors
- Identity and career development
- Preventing sexual and relationship violence
- Confidential advising
AHS Departmental Internship Contacts
Speech and Hearing Science
Sadie Braun
2001 S. Oak St., Suite B
Champaign, IL 61820
call: 217-300-9606
email: svojak@illinois.edu
Recreation, Sport and Tourism
Mike Raycraft
1206 S. Fourth St.,
Champaign, IL 61820
call: 217-300-5703
email: mraycraf@illinois.edu
Health and Kinesiology
Mary Katharine Jones
116 Freer Hall
Urbana, IL 61801
call: 217-244-3032
email: mkjones@illinois.edu