What is the duration of the internship?

The internship will begin on May 19, 2025 with a three day training program and end on July 25, 2025.

What are the expected work hours of an intern?

The total time commitment is 25-35 hours weekly, Mondays-Fridays.

Can I work as a full-time intern if I am taking summer courses?

Taking summer courses during the CSOC Summer Internship would be difficult. We recommend taking no more than one course in the summer to gain the proper experience and mentorship. Attached here is our 2019 schedule that may help in finding classes that complement with the internship.

Is the summer internship paid?

We ask our interns to commit a minimum of two consecutive weeks of full-time participation to be eligible to receive financial support. Full-time interns are eligible to receive a stipend up to $300 weekly.

What if I can only participate part-time?

There is a minimum commitment of two consecutive weeks which will be paid, but we welcome all students to volunteer with us based on their availability. Part time interns are eligible to be reimbursed according to our guidelines which can be asked in our interview process.

How can I find housing in Austin for the summer?

Generally, we are able to help our interns find housing. In addition, we offer a housing stipend of $55 per week for full-time interns to help offset the cost of rent.

What are the incentives for the early application deadline?

If you apply to the CSOC internship before the listed early application deadline and commit to participate full-time in the internship training and Weeks 1-5 (May 27-June 27), we will reimburse your registration at the annual college training (a five-day retreat in Athens, GA).

What are the possible service teams I can join in the summer?

1. Content Creation – Create graphic designs, videos and written content to engage our prospective members and to represent CSOC visually online, on Youtube, and on campus.
2. Social Media Advertising – Participate in managing our social media accounts, primarily Instagram, in reaching out to students through our posts, stories, and reels.
3. Virtual Connections – Develop an effective way to message incoming students and to build connections with them using platforms like Zoom and FaceTime.
4. Practical Service – Get hands-on experience in carrying out activities over the internship through setup, meals and breakdown.
5. Intern Wellness – Learn to care for the interns and the internship by being attuned to the overall morale of the team.