Check out the programs offered by the Career & Employment Hub! Open for all students to apply or participate, these programs are opportunities for you to develop your skills and learn more about potential career paths.
The Career Exploration Internship Program is a paid program hosted by the Career & Employment Hub. These internships allow students to directly apply their classroom learning and build on-the-job skills in a professional setting. University of Southern Maine student interns gain valuable workplace experience and make connections in their field.
USM Job Shadow is a one-day program that gives USM students and alumni the opportunity to spend one full day shadowing employers in Maine and nationwide. The USM Job Shadow Program is a great way to form connections with employers and gain exposure to different career possibilities in a variety of industries.
Peer Career Guides (PCGs) are USM students trained to guide fellow students in specific career-related activities. PCGs support students with resume and cover letter development through 1-on-1 conversations. They seek to recognize and enhance students’ strengths. In addition, PCGs help students access additional resources provided by the Career & Employment Hub.
Service-learning and volunteerism create opportunities in and outside of the classroom by building an engaged campus through service working with local, national, and international organizations to address community-identified needs.