Internship Information
The Department of Communication offers internships that provide practical learning experiences.
Internships
Department of Communication internships offer practical learning experiences outside the classroom.
Host organizations provide learning opportunities to further prepare students' for job opportunities in the field after graduation.
Students participating in internships apply the principles learned in an academic setting to real-life working environments.
A Former Intern's Perspective
"Interning with Ballinger Publishing was my first real-world experience in the field of journalism. It taught me how to properly conduct interviews, write for a magazine, and gather information in an orderly and cohesive manner. It also helped strengthen my writing skills and allowed me to be a published writer outside of the university." - Hunter Morrison
Internship Eligibility
It is essential that the communication channels remain open and flowing between the educator, student and professional. The role of the educator is to teach and supervise. The professional's role is to provide on-the-job training, supervision and evaluation. Finally, the student's role and responsibility is to demonstrate outstanding application of communication skills and perform effectively. Eligible students include: University of West Florida Communication seniors and graduate students with a 2.7 overall GPA. Permission is also required from the faculty advisor in charge of your program. All internship applications must be submitted at least one semester prior to the one you wish to intern.
Internship Applications
If you are a business or organization interested in obtaining an intern, please contact the Department of Communication's Internship Coordinator, Laura Kirby, at lkirby@uwf.edu.
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some frequently asked questions regarding Communication Arts internship programs.
Advertising
Journalism
Organizational Communication
Public Relations
Sports Communication
Social Media
Multimedia production
Radio Production
Videography
Earn course credit
Gain experience
Expand your portfolio
Network with professionals
Build resume and portfolio
Reinforce career decisions
Develop teamwork skills
Approximately 35% of interns are hired
Most internships are located in Pensacola, some on the UWF campus, but you are not limited to staying in the Pensacola area. National and international internship programs are available. Sample local internships include WEAR-TV3, Pensacola Ice Flyers/Blue Wahoos, WUWF-FM, Alga Beer, and the Pensacola News Journal.
Select Communication internships are paid. Additionally, many of our local non-profits provide beneficial opportunities to add volunteer hours to your resume while also providing valuable work experience.
Some internships may include a stipend through the Argos Community Impact Scholarship, available for interns working with a nonprofit or government organization. Eligible students can apply through the scholarship portal. To access the UWF Scholarship Portal, log into your MyUWF account, search for "UWF Scholarship Portal," and complete the application. You must have an active UWF Student Account to submit an application. If you cannot access the scholarship application, please contact the ITS Help Desk for assistance, at 850.474.2075.
Students may earn 1-3 credit hours per semester, depending on the number of hours worked per week. If you work 15 hours per week, you earn 3 credits, 10 hours per week earns 2 credits, and 5 hours per week earns 1 credit. We can tailor your internship hours to the number of credits you need in conjunction with the needs of the affiliate.
Additionally, students are encouraged to ask their advisors about the possibility of completing an Internship as their degree's Capstone project.
Sports Communication
Multimedia
Health Care
Education
Social Services
Corporations
Government (State & Federal)
Advertising Agencies
Non-profit Organizations
Universities
Need more information?
Contact Laura Kirby, internship coordinator, at lkirby@uwf.edu.
