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Internships help USC students explore their potential

May 07, 2026, Laura Erskine, Téa Smith and Craig Brandhorst / photos by Kim Truett

Internships aren’t just for building resumés. When students take that first big step into their chosen career, the hard work of college begins to pay off. We spoke to nine student interns from across the USC system to find out what they've gained beyond the books from their internship experiences.

Topics: Students, Alumni, Experiential Learning, Economic Engagement, Entrepreneurship, Careers, Student Voices, McCausland College of Arts and Sciences, Darla Moore School of Business, College of Hospitality, Retail and Sport Management, College of Information and Communications, University System, Carolinian