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Entrepreneurship Internships
Your internship is where classroom learning starts becoming professional experience.
Entrepreneurship students complete an internship as part of the major, applying problem-solving, communication and entrepreneurial thinking in real-world environments. You'll contribute to meaningful projects, learn how organizations operate and gain firsthand experience navigating the opportunities and challenges that come with bringing ideas to life.
What internships can look like
Entrepreneurship students complete internships across industries and organization types. Some students work with startups or small businesses, while others gain experience inside larger organizations where innovation, adaptability and initiative are valued.
Internships may involve:
- Marketing and branding projects
- Business development
- Customer engagement
- Operations and process improvement
- Product or idea development
- Social media and communications
- Research and market analysis
- Event coordination
- Entrepreneurial or nonprofit initiatives
The goal is to help you apply what you’ve learned while building professional experience and relationships.
Building an experience that moves you
Entrepreneurship internships help you grow as a professional and discover the kind of work that motivates you. Along the way, you'll strengthen skills employers value across industries, including initiative, adaptability, communication and problem-solving.
Every internship experience is different, but each one helps you build confidence, expand your network and better understand the impact you want to make after graduation.
Getting started
Before beginning your internship for credit, students must complete and submit the ENT444 internship application and agreement forms for approval. Entrepreneurship faculty and staff are available to answer questions and help guide you through the process.
How the internship process works
1. Find an internship
CMU does not place students directly into internships, but students have access to support and resources to help identify opportunities. Many students begin through the Career Development Center, Career Central, personal networks or connections in their hometown communities.
2. Complete your internship application
Before beginning work for credit, students must complete and submit the ENT 444 internship application and agreement forms for approval.
3. Submit materials for approval
Submit completed materials to the entrepreneurship internship coordinator for review. Students may be asked for additional information before approval is finalized.
4. Register for ENT 444
Once approved, students will receive permission to register for ENT 444 and begin earning internship credit.
5. Complete coursework and reflections
Students enrolled in ENT 444 should regularly check Blackboard for assignments, announcements and deadlines connected to the internship experience.
