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Student Internships & Alumni Employment

Real-world experience. Lifelong support. 

Career preparation doesn’t wait until graduation; it starts on day one. Whether you’re searching for your first internship or looking to land a job after graduation, we’re here to help you explore opportunities, gain experience, and build momentum toward your goals. 

Drake students are known for their professionalism, talent, and readiness to contribute meaningfully to discussions and decisions. That’s why local employers regularly post internships and job openings just for Bulldogs. 

Our Career Services team provides you with the tools, resources, and one-on-one support needed to find and apply for positions that match your interests and goals, no matter if you’re a first-year student or a Drake alum looking to change careers. 

Current Students: Internships & Student Jobs 

90.1% of undergraduate Drake students complete at least one internship before graduation—and many complete more than one! We’ll help you find roles that align with your goals, schedule, passions, and career interests. 

We partner with local, national, and international organizations to offer internships and cooperative education experiences. Many of these opportunities are paid or eligible for academic credit.  

Drake students can participate in short-term, paid professional projects through platforms like Parker Dewey. These platforms are designed to help you build your resume and try new career areas. 

On- and off-campus job opportunities across a wide range of Drake departments and local businesses are posted on Handshake. Handshake is a comprehensive system providing both students and alumni access to employment opportunities, scheduling on-campus interviews, and browsing company profiles. 

Handshake is accessible through myDrake. It is listed under Campus Resources. 

Students who file their FAFSA and are eligible for Federal Work Study can apply for on-campus positions. Students eligible for Work Study will be given priority in the hiring process. 

Learn more about Federal Work Study

We partner with local, national, and international organizations to offer internships and cooperative education experiences. Many of these opportunities are paid or eligible for academic credit.  

Big Interview is an online interview training and practice platform that helps users refine their interviewing skills through learning modules, mock interview experiences, interview questions with response feedback, and more. 

Current students can log into Big Interview using their Drake login credentials to get started. 

For Alumni: Jobs & Career Transition 

Graduating from Drake doesn’t mean losing support when you need it most. Our Career Services team supports Drake alumni from any year as they search for jobs or transition careers. 

Access to Handshake 

Drake alumni retain access to Handshake for job postings, including full-time, part-time, remote work, and more. 

Employer Partnerships and Job Posting Opportunities 

Career Services collaborates with local, regional, and national employers to post job, internship, fellowship, and residency opportunities targeted to Drake students and alumni. If you’re looking to switch jobs or careers, feel free to reach out to our Career Services team to get in touch. 

Employment at Drake 

Alumni can find open positions at Drake University via the Drake job portal. 

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