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Internships

Internships are valuable professional learning experiences that provide practical work related to a student's field of study or area of interest. Often, students receive compensation and/or academic credit. MCC offers internships in fields such as automotive, culinary, horticulture, information technology, marketing, paralegal, and more.

Participate in an internship to earn academic credit, gain work experience, or both!

  • Build skills and jump-start your career
  • Apply academic theory to practical work experience
  • Create a network of professional contacts
  • Confirm that you have chosen the right career

Contact Career Services about internship opportunities today at (815) 455-8566 or by email.

  • Increase your visibility on campus
  • Mentor new professionals
  • Cultivate potential employees
  • Support the workforce in your community
  • Promote academic, career, and student success

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Completing an internship is a wonderful experience! Often, employers use internships as a way to train and evaluate future employees. However, permanent employment is not guaranteed at the end of your internship.