PITTSBURGH — The City Semester Pittsburgh Internship Program is accepting applications from Penn State undergraduates from all majors and campuses who are eager to work and learn over the summer at community organizations in the Pittsburgh region. The opportunity connects students with mission‑driven organizations across Pittsburgh through paid, place‑based internships facilitated by the Franco Harris Pittsburgh Center at Penn State, a service of Penn State Outreach.
The 12-week, paid internship will provide students with real-world experiences while they work on projects that support environmental, community and civic initiatives. Students who are chosen to participate will work with one of several community partners including 412 Food Rescue, Allegheny County Conservation District, City of Pittsburgh, Green Building Alliance, Riverlife and Tree Pittsburgh.
The application deadline is March 27, and students can visit the City Semester webpage to apply. The program will begin on May 11.
City Semester paid internship program opportunities
Participants will join a small internship cohort and contribute to impactful projects across sectors such as sustainability; soil, water and land conservation; and food systems and community development. They will also engage in a brief Penn State Canvas minicourse focused on the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) Career Readiness Competencies that will assist in developing and articulating skills such as communication, teamwork, professionalism, leadership and critical thinking.
The Franco Harris Pittsburgh Center also will host social gatherings and professional networking opportunities.
For more information, visit the City Semester Pittsburgh Internship Program page on the Franco Harris Pittsburgh Center website.