Girls Who Start Impact Internship for Your
Future of Work

In partnership with University Startups, The Impact Internship places students in a simulation as an intern where students work individually and in teams to build skills in social entrepreneurship, college counseling, and career development.

Important Dates

Applications are open and accepted on a rolling basis

Oct. 16 – Dec. 16

Program Duration

THROUGH THE IMPACT INTERNSHIP, YOU HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO

  • Work directly for University Startups

  • Gain valuable career skills and an entrepreneurial mindset

  • Build your resume

  • Work on your college applications

  • Contribute towards school community service and graduation requirements

  • Earn points and compete on a leaderboard by

    • Attending live webinars with professors on special topics

    • Completing lighting lessons to develop your skill set

Topics

  • Social entrepreneurship

  • College counseling

  • Employment search

  • College essays

  • Transitioning to high school

  • Resume building

  • Brainstorm and pitch a new business idea

  • Choose the right college major

And many more!

“The Girls Who Start Impact Internship has taught me a wide range of skills that I am excited to apply to my future to become a successful female leader. For example, we learned how to present ourselves in interviews, ask the right questions, and respond in a unique way. This is an amazing program that I am excited to continue.”
— GWS Impact Intern