In the College of Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences, career preparation is embedded into the student experience. Through 4D Fridays, internships, faculty mentorship, and close collaboration with the Burwell Center for Career Achievement, CAHSS ensures students graduate with applied professional experience, clarity of direction, and confidence in what comes next.
[My] internship helped me gain insight into one of my potential career paths... [it] granted me the opportunity to see the inner workings of diplomacy and how all of the moving parts contribute to the smooth functioning of the Department of State.
Tom Dattilo, International Studies and Spanish
Internships for All
Internships are a core part of the CAHSS model. We also recognize that access matters. Our faculty are committed to supporting you by:
Partnering with alumni and community organizations to increase paid internship opportunities
Connecting students with placements that align with their academic focus and long-term aspirations
Every CAHSS student graduates with at least one internship or cooperative education experience and two résumé-ready accomplishments.
Summer Internship Award Program 2026
Awarding students with funds for participating in unpaid internships.
The Summer Internship Award Program is designed to increase the ability for students to participate in internship opportunities that are unpaid. The program will award selected undergraduate students with awards ranging from $2,500-$3,400. All applications must be submitted through PCO (Pioneer Careers Online) by April 10, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. MT.
CAHSS works in close partnership with the Burwell Center for Career Achievement to integrate career development into all four years of the undergraduate journey.
Through advising, skill-building workshops, employer engagement, and alumni connections, students develop the adaptability, analytical thinking, collaboration, and technological fluency employers value most.
University of Denver graduates consistently achieve first-destination outcomes above national and regional averages. More importantly, CAHSS students leave with direction, professional confidence, and the ability to translate their liberal arts education into meaningful work and impact.
Megan Chambers, Graduate Career Advisor
Megan Chambers (she/her) is the dedicated CAHSS graduate career advisor, and studied sociology (BA), art history (minor), and counseling (MS). She is passionate about supporting CAHSS graduate students with exploring and pursuing career paths in academia, nonprofits, education, the arts, government and other areas. Whether you need help with your resume/CV, finding an internship, planning a career change, practicing for an interview, or something else career-related, she's here to help! Email her at Megan.Chambers@du.edu or schedule an appointment on PCO.
Carolyn Sommers is the Associate Director in Career & Professional Development supporting undergraduate students in the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences (CAHSS), including Exploratory students. In her words: "I’m on a mission to help people tell their stories; and, as a career coach, my approach is about holding space to help you excavate your narrative to connect the dots to what lights you up, leverages your talents, and honors your values and personality so as to help you identify possible pathways. Nature is where I come alive + feel most at home, so you’ll find me offering walking/rolling appointments, or meeting outdoors whenever possible. What is your dream!?" You can connect with Carolyn either via email (Carolyn.Sommers@du.edu) or schedule an appointment on PCO.
Go to the graduate admission application to submit your information. For information on admission requirements, visit the graduate academic programs page and locate your program of interest.
