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Bond Scholar
The 2027 Bond Family Foundation Internship, funded by a gift from the Bond Family Foundation, connects students to internship opportunities with for-profit organizations in the Rochester region. This program allows students to gain valuable skills and experiences and create a Rochester-based network for post-graduation success.
Already secured a paid Rochester-based internship at a for-profit organization? Contact us as you may be eligible to participate in this program.
Participating Organizations
Amazon
Atlantic Testing Laboratories
Barton & Loguidice, DPC
Bowers Accountants & Advisors
CHA Consulting, Inc.
Constellation Brands, Inc.
Erie Insurance
FustCharles
Guardian Glass
Hazen and Sawyer
HR Works, Inc.
Insero Advisors, LLC
National Fuel
Northwestern Mutual
Paylocity
Stantec
Target
To find all postings for the program, log into Handshake and search for the University of Rochester Collection labeled “Bond Family Scholars Internships: Summer 2027”
Check back regularly to discover the latest opportunities!
Program Eligibility
First-year, sophomore and junior students in the School of Arts & Sciences, the Hajim School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, and the Simon Undergraduate Business Program at the University of Rochester are eligible to apply.
Program Benefits
In addition to securing a paid, full-time summer internship, accepted students will join a community of Bond Scholar interns, develop a network with all participating organizations, and participate in educational and social programming supported by the Greene Center. Selected interns will receive:
- A $3,000 stipend distributed across the course of the summer months
- Two Rochester-based summer excursions and a celebration dinner
- Internship credit and transcript notation (CASC 394i)
- A dedicated career advisor
To find all postings for the program, log into Handshake and search for the University of Rochester Collection labeled “Bond Family Scholars Internships: Summer 2027”
Application Period: See individual job postings for application period
Application Deadline: See individual job postings for application deadlines
Interviews: TBD based on employer timelines
Internship Period: Summer 2027 (will be determined by internship site)
Summer Excursions: Summer 2027 (TBD)
Christina Pero – Employer Engagement Program Director
Questions, email christina.pero@rochester.edu
Schwartz Scholar
The 2027 Schwartz Community-Based Internships, funded by the Schwartz Family Foundation, connect students to paid internship opportunities with non-profit organizations in the Rochester area. These internships help students access traditionally unpaid opportunities that highlight the value of the humanities in the workplace while building critical skills such as Adaptability & Resiliency, Career Design & Management, Critical Thinking & Problem Solving, Intercultural & Global Fluency, Leadership, Oral & Written Communication, and Teamwork.
Open Positions Coming Soon
To find all postings for the program, log into Handshake and search for the University of Rochester Collection labeled “Schwartz Community Based Internships: Summer 2027”
Program Eligibility
First-year, sophomore and junior students in the School of Arts & Sciences, the Hajim School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, and the Simon Undergraduate Business Program at the University of Rochester are eligible to apply.
Program Benefits
In addition to securing a full-time summer internship, accepted students join a community of current and past interns, develop a network with all participating organizations, and participate in educational and social programming supported by the Greene Center for Career Education and Connections. In addition, selected interns receive:
- A $7,250 stipend distributed across the course of the summer months
- Two Rochester-based summer excursions, One End-Of-Summer Celebration
- Internship credit with transcript notation (CASC 394i)
- A dedicated career advisor
To apply, students must submit a resume & cover letter for each position on Handshake. To find all postings for the program, log into Handshake and search for the University of Rochester Collection labeled “Schwartz Community Based Internships: Summer 2027”.
Additional Details
- Students will be required to work a minimum of 270 hours over the course of the summer months from June-August. The times and dates of the internship will be determined between the organization and the student in order to provide flexibility.
- Please do not apply on the organization’s websites for this program. This will NOT count as a Schwartz Community Based Internship. All students must apply through Handshake.
- Students are able to apply for more than one internship site, and we encourage you to do this!
Applications Open: January 1, 2027
Applications Close: February 21, 2027
Internship Period: Summer 2027 (will be determined by internship site)
Summer Excursions: Summer 2027 (TBD)
Check out how our interns spent one of their summer excursions learning, connecting, and giving back together.
Brittney Campbell – Employer Engagement Program Director
Questions, email brittney.campbell@rochester.edu
Hire Rochester Scholar
The 2027 Hire Rochester Internships connects students to internship opportunities with for-profit, start-ups and small businesses. This program allows students to gain valuable skills and experiences and create a network for post-graduation success.
Participating Organizations Coming Soon
To find all postings for the program, log into Handshake and search for the University of Rochester Collection labeled “Hire Rochester Internship Program: Summer 2027”.
Check back regularly to discover the latest opportunities!
Program Eligibility
First-year, sophomore and junior students in the School of Arts & Sciences, the Hajim School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, and the Simon Undergraduate Business Program at the University of Rochester are eligible to apply.
Program Benefits
In addition to securing a full-time summer internship, accepted students join a community of current and past interns, develop a network with all participating organizations, and participate in educational and social programming supported by the Greene Center for Career Education and Connections. In addition, selected interns receive:
- A $7,250 stipend distributed across the course of the summer months
- Two Rochester-based summer excursions, One End-Of-Summer Celebration
- Internship credit with transcript notation (CASC 394i)
- A dedicated career advisor
To find all postings for the program, log into Handshake and search for the University of Rochester Collection labeled “Hire Rochester Internship Program: Summer 2027”
Additional Details
- Students will be required to work a minimum of 270 hours over the course of the summer months from June-August. The times and dates of the internship will be determined between the organization and the student in order to provide flexibility.
- Please do not apply on the organization’s websites for this program. This will NOT count as a Hire Rochester Internship Program. All students must apply through Handshake.
- Students are able to apply for more than one internship site, and we encourage you to do this!
Application Period: See individual job postings for application period
Application Deadline: See individual job postings for application deadlines
Interviews: TBD based on employer timelines
Internship Period: Summer 2027 (will be determined by internship site)
Summer Excursions: Summer 2027 (TBD)
Christina Pero – Employer Engagement Program Director
Questions, email christina.pero@rochester.edu
Ostrow/Newkirk Scholar
The 2027 Loren Ostrow & Brian Newkirk Internship Program connects students to internship opportunities with LGBTQ+ supporting organizations across the nation.
Program Eligibility
First-year, sophomore and junior students in the School of Arts & Sciences, the Hajim School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, and the Simon Undergraduate Business Program at the University of Rochester are eligible to apply.
Program Benefits
In addition to securing a full-time summer internship, accepted students join a community of current and past interns, develop a network with all participating organizations, and participate in educational and social programming supported by the Greene Center for Career Education and Connections. In addition, selected interns receive:
- A $10,000 stipend distributed across the course of the summer months
- One End-Of-Summer Celebration
- Internship credit with transcript notation (CASC 394i)
- A dedicated career advisor
To find all postings for the program, log into Handshake and search for the University of Rochester Collection labeled “The Loren Ostrow & Brian Newkirk LGBTQ Internship Program: 2027”
Additional Details
- Students will be required to work a minimum of 270 hours over the course of the summer months from June-August. The times and dates of the internship will be determined between the organization and the student in order to provide flexibility.
- Please do not apply on the organization’s websites for this program. This will NOT count as a Ostrow/Newkirk Internship Program. All students must apply through Handshake.
Application Period: See individual job posting
Application Deadline: See individual job posting
Interviews: TBD based on employer’s timeline
Internship Period: Summer 2027 (will be determined by employer)
Brittney Campbell – Employer Engagement Program Director
Questions, email brittney.campbell@rochester.edu
Summer Internship Funding
Summer Internship Funding provides monetary support for undergraduates who obtain a summer internship to investigate career options, develop skills, and link classroom learning to the world of work. Summer Internship Funding is available thanks to the generous gifts of University of Rochester friends and alumni who believe in the importance of experiential opportunities. Applications are closed.
