Professional Internships
Our Professional Internship Program offers emerging professionals the opportunity to grow as leaders, strengthen their career readiness, and make a lasting impact within a dynamic campus recreation environment.
You will be fully integrated into our professional staff. While responsibilities vary by position, all individuals are valued, treated as professional staff, and will develop an in-depth perspective of our organization and operations.
Apply Today
Explore our current openings on the UW Jobs Board. Apply to join our team and our movement.
Why Our Internship Is Right For You
During this internship experience, you’ll be immersed in several learning experiences including:
- Training & Orientation – Build community, strengthen leadership skills, and prepare for success.
- Development Meetings – Join bi-weekly sessions focused on career readiness and professional growth.
- Committee Involvement – Contribute to divisional initiatives and collaborate across teams.
- Professional Development – Access workshops, retreats, and potential conference opportunities.
- 1:1 Mentorship & Goal Setting – Receive personalized support and coaching throughout your experience.
- Capstone Presentations – Reflect on your growth and showcase your journey.
Summer Internships
- The summer internship is a limited-term position lasting 400 hours.
- Employment is expected to run approximately June – August. Dates will vary based on position.
- Compensation is $22.50 per hour, based on an average of 40 hours per week.
- This position will receive up to 10 days of unpaid vacation.
- This position may require occasional evening and weekend hours.
- Housing, benefits, and health insurance not included.
Academic Year Internships
- The academic-year internship is a limited-term position lasting 9 months or 1,040 hours.
- Employment is expected to run August 10, 2026 – May 8, 2027. Dates may be flexible and may vary based on position.
- Compensation is $22.50 per hour, based on an average of 30 hours per week.
- Interns will be allotted approximately four weeks unpaid leave. Recommended break times include:
- Thanksgiving Break (1 week)
- Winter Break (2 weeks)
- Spring Break (1 week)
- This position may require occasional evening and weekend hours.
- Housing, transportation, and other benefits are not included.
Learn more
For more information about our
professional internship program, contact:
Alec Triggiano
Assistant Director of Staff Training & Development
alec.triggiano@wisc.edu
(608) 890 – 3906
