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Internships & Jobs

Real-world experience. Lifelong support. 

Career preparation doesn’t wait until graduation; it starts on day one. 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. 

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. 

Current Students: Internships & Student Jobs 

89.3% of undergraduate Drake students from the Class of 2025 (based on knowledge rate of 85.5%) complete at least one internship or other practical experience, with many completing 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. Micro-internships are designed to help you build your resume, develop new skills, network, and explore new career areas.

Handshake is a career management platform, providing both students and alumni access to internship and employment opportunities, scheduling interviews, and browing company profiles. On and off-campus positions across a wide range of Drake offices and external organization are posted on Handshake. 

On- and off-campus job opportunities across a wide range of Drake departments and local businesses are posted on Handshake. 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

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 partners with local, regional, and national employers to share job, internship, part-time, full-time, fellowship, and residency opportunities targeted to Drake students and alumni. Employers are encouraged to create a Handshake account and contact Career Services to discuss additional recruitment initiatives.

Employment at Drake 

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

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