Summer Internship Program

Cuyahoga Community College’s Summer Internship Program will take place from May 27 - Aug. 1, 2025. This initiative is designed to provide our students with an opportunity to gain valuable experience by working at a Tri-C campus or off-campus location while attending summer classes.

How to Apply: 

• Login and activate your Handshake account with your Tri-C username and password.
• Instructions to activate your profile can be found here.
• Choose "Jobs" and search using "SIP 2025". 
• Internship categories are listed below. Handshake job description/application links are organized by academic school. 
• Make sure to register for the interview fairs through Handshake by February 27. 

Interviews:

• In-person interviews will be conducted on Feb. 28, 2025, at West and Metro. 
• These interview fairs are your only opportunity to meet and interview with hiring supervisors.
• More information will be provided closer to the date. 

Students will receive:

• $15.15 an hour for up to 100 hours
• Tuition for one summer course, up to four credits*
• Stipend for one book for summer course, up to $125.00

*Students are responsible for supplemental fees

Eligibility Criteria

At the time of the application, candidates must:

• Be enrolled at Tri-C
• Have a declared major on record
• Have plans to register for Fall 2025 Term

Prior to employment start date:

• Must be 18 years or older
• Must be enrolled for the Summer 2025 term at Tri-C
• Must successfully complete pre-employment background screening 

Internship Categories

Student Testimonials