History majors and minors are strongly encouraged to pursue an experiential learning/internship opportunity as part of their program of study. Internships can be as short as two weeks or as long as a year. Students may earn academic credit for their internship as well.
Museums, educational institutions, archives, historic sites, government organizations and non-profits are just a few of the many internship opportunities available.
The History Department’s internship coordinator guides students through the process of researching, selecting, and applying for internships. History faculty meet with students regularly to mentor their experience.
Examples of past history internships:
The History Department’s emphasis on acquiring strong writing skills, using critical thinking and analysis to solve problems, and learning to read efficiently will allow me to develop the skills to be successful in any career I go into.”
The Stonehill Undergraduate Research Experience (SURE) is an opportunity for students who have completed their first year at Stonehill to perform significant, publishable, full-time research under the guidance of and in collaboration with an experienced faculty researcher.
Student researchers use major cultural events to better understand our history and our humanity.
The History Department strongly encourages students to enhance their History program through study at a university or college apart from Stonehill.
Most recently, history majors have studied in:
Learn more about study abroad at Stonehill.
The History Society is an extra-curricular activity that seeks to provide members of the Stonehill community opportunities to explore local, national, and global history and discuss and debate how that history has affected their lives. The Society also encourages student interest, participation, and study of History by:
The Stonehill Career Development Center offers extensive assistance to students seeking employment, pursuing advanced studies or participating in postgraduate service opportunities. By completing internships and utilizing mentors, students are empowered to build lifelong career management skills.
