»Health and Behavioral Sciences Internships
For Crean College students, internships offer hands-on experience that connects classroom learning to real-world applications in healthcare, mental health, and behavioral sciences.
You might work alongside medical professionals in clinical settings, assist with psychological research, or support community health initiatives that make a meaningful impact.
Whatever your area of interest, this page will help you explore, search, and plan for internships that align with your academic and career goals.
Getting started
Crean College students typically intern with major hospitals, clinics, non-profits, and businesses throughout the healthcare industry.
As a Crean College student, you can do an internship as early as your second semester,
but feel free to start your search as early as you’d like!
You can start your search process by booking an appointment with Crean’s Career Advisor.
During your appointment, you will be able to discuss unique internship opportunities available to Chapman/Crean College students.
- At any time you can explore the Career Advising Internship Databasefor regularly updated, handpicked opportunities specifically for Crean students—with details and links to apply.
- We also encourage you to join Crean’s LinkedIn group which fosters communication among alumni and students and provides access to career advancement opportunities.
- Explore Chapman’s Career Center Handshake to find recommended jobs and internships and access additional career resources.
International internships
International internships can provide you with valuable networking opportunities and experiences that enhance your resume, all while offering a global perspective on the healthcare industry.
Chapman faculty occasionally lead programs that allow select students to apply their classroom knowledge in real-world settings around the globe.
With that said, be sure to connect with your Crean College professors to learn more about these opportunities and how to get involved.
Applying to internships
Once you’ve had an appointment with Crean’s Career Advisor and have explored your options, the next step is to market yourself to companies of interest and submit your resume and other necessary materials.
When you should apply
Most organizations seek candidates to fill an immediate opening. This typically means you should be applying the semester before the anticipated start date.
Where to find internship opportunities
You can find internship opportunities in many different ways, such as:
- Explore the Health & Behavioral Sciences Internship Database for regularly updated, handpicked opportunities specifically for Crean College students—with details and links to apply.
- Searching Handshake for university-wide jobs and internships.
- Searching Crean’s LinkedIn group for opportunities exclusive to Crean College students/alumni.
- Networking with recruiters at Chapman Career Fairs.
- Searching Indeed or LinkedIn for current internship openings.
- On LinkedIn, use the Student Job Portal to find internship postings. On Indeed, make sure to include the word “internship” in your search.
- Visit our LinkedIn & Online Profiles page for helpful tips on how to build a successful LinkedIn profile.
You can also find an internship through your own personal network! Consider the following strategies:
- Contact faculty mentors. They can help you explore internship options and research opportunities that are related to your major.
- Connect with Chapman alumni for internship opportunities or advice using The Panther Network or LinkedIn.
- Follow up with past employers, contacts or recruiters with whom you have previously interacted for potential opportunities they know of.