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Project Based Experiences

Project-based learning offers students the chance to work on real-world projects that blend academic knowledge with practical application. Through these hands-on experiences, students develop critical skills such as problem-solving, collaboration, and project management, while gaining insights into industry-specific challenges. Engaging in project-based learning not only enhances your learning experience but also builds your career brand by showcasing your ability to deliver results and adapt to professional environments. This is your opportunity to stand out and make meaningful contributions that will set you apart in the job market.

  • There are various project based experiences across campus
  • Pay close attention to eligibility, timelines, and application procedures

"Turn knowledge into impact—project-based learning is where your skills meet real-world solutions and your career begins to shine."

Riipen - Undergraduate Students

Our collaboration with Riipen offers students the opportunity to engage in project-based internships that integrate academic learning with real-world applications. Through this program, students work on authentic projects provided by employers, allowing them to develop practical skills, enhance their resumes, and build professional networks. These experiences are designed to be flexible, remote-friendly, and accessible, ensuring opportunities for career advancement.

Current & Upcoming:

  • Spring 2025:
    • H1 - PROS3000 (CRN 27272) - Project-Based Industry Internship. 1-Credit, Online Course.
    • H2 - PROS3000 (CRN 27272) - Project-Based Industry Internship. 1-Credit, Online Course.
       
  • Summer 2025:
    • Coming Soon!
       
  • Fall 2025:
    • Coming Soon!
Riipen - Graduate Students

Our collaboration with Riipen offers students the opportunity to engage in non-credit/unpaid project-based internships that integrate academic learning with real-world applications. Through this program, students work on authentic projects provided by employers, allowing them to develop practical skills, enhance their resumes, and build professional networks. These experiences are designed to be flexible, remote-friendly, and accessible, ensuring opportunities for career advancement.

Current & Upcoming:

  • Spring 2025 - Industry Project (PILOT)
    • This internship offers graduate students a focused 45-50 hour experience in UX/UI and product development, allowing them to apply their classroom knowledge to real-world projects. Learners will have the opportunity to engage with industry professionals, enhancing their skills in user experience design, interface aesthetics, and product strategy. The program aims to equip students with practical insights and hands-on experience, preparing them to contribute effectively to project teams. Learners in this program are interested in and skilled at new feature research, testing, and design mockups, wireframe creation, UI/UX design audits, persona development and journey mapping, information architecture, and user flows for improved usability.
      • Application for this experience will open at the end of January 2025
      • Experience Dates: March 24th - April 30th
      • 10 Seats Available
      • Please read FAQs

Typically, project-based learning programs are NOT paid positions.  Some may involve academic credit; pay close attention to program details.  The true benefits of this type of experiential learning is about connecting your skills to real-life projects with employers, building a strong network, and adding additional value to your career brand.

YES!  Any projects that are for academic credit are cleared for participation.  Projects that are NOT for academic credit, but are a university sponsored experience are ALSO cleared for participation.

Graduate Students - due to curricular parameters we are not providing credit-based experiences at this time.  Programs that are available will be co-curricular in nature.

For-Credit Programs: engage, stay on top of assignments, and complete all requirements set forth by your faculty member.

 

Co-Curricular Programs: 

  • Do not apply to the program if you cannot commit to the full experience.  
  • Engage and maintain strong communication with your employer partner at all times.
  • If you quit (or ghost us) before the end of the program, access to the Career Center will be blocked.
    • Professionalism means completing something you started.