Internship Experience Director, HerdWork Humanities
Old Main 349
304-696-4720
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HerdWork Humanities Internship Program
Are you ready to put your humanities education to work in the real world — and get paid for it?
The HerdWork Humanities Internship Program at Marshall University is funded by a grant from the Mellon Foundation and is your chance to gain professional experience, make a meaningful impact in Appalachian communities and explore career paths that align with your passions.
Eligibility
- Currently enrolled as an undergraduate Marshall University student
- Completed at least 60 credit hours
- Maintains a minimum 2.75 GPA
- Pursuing an undergraduate bachelor’s degree in one of the following humanities disciplines:
- Communication Studies, English, History, French, Humanities (Classics, Latin, Religious Studies, Philosophy), Japanese, Literary Studies, Spanish, Art History, Music History
Internship Types & Timelines
- Available during Fall, Spring & Summer semesters through Fall 2029
- 12-week internship duration
- Internship hours: 10, 15 or 20 hours per week
- Format: In-person, remote or hybrid- based on nonprofit needs and student accomodation
- Desire to learn and engage in community impact
Mentorship Workshop Sessions
Contact Us
Program Director HerdWork Humanities; Professor & Chair, Department of Communication Studies
Smith Hall 244
304-696-3078