CLA Geography and Urban Studies BA Careers, Internships & Opportunities

Internships & Opportunities

The College of Liberal Arts encourages undergraduate students to participate in internships to prepare for their future careers. Students can apply the core skills they learn in their degree programs—how to think critically, solve problems and communicate effectively—in real-world professional settings.

The college actively collaborates with Temple’s Career Center and employers across a range of fields and industries to help cultivate professional development opportunities for its students. Additionally, Temple’s location in Philadelphia allows students to pursue internships across an array of organizations in the region.

Explore how an internship can help expand your opportunities after graduation.

Department Internships

Geography and Urban Studies students pursue internships in a variety of fields. The department's internship coordinator and student services coordinator help students take advantage of these opportunities. The department is well connected to government agencies, education organizations and nonprofits in the Greater Philadelphia region. Students can receive credit for their internship to satisfy major requirements or free electives.

Careers

The skills gained from a liberal arts degree are highly relevant in today’s rapidly evolving world. Apply the experience and knowledge acquired in the Geography and Urban Studies BA program to your professional pursuits across many organizations and industries, including academics, cultural institutions, government agencies or the social sciences. The versatility of this program’s curriculum helps you graduate with valuable skill sets sought by many employers.

The Geography and Urban Studies BA prepares students for numerous careers, including as

cartographers,
city planners,
conservation officers,
environmental consultants,
GIS analysts,
landscape architects and
public administrators.

Temple’s geography and urban studies students land internships and careers with the following organizations.

Career Services

Joyce K. Salzberg Center for Professional Development

The Joyce K. Salzberg Center for Professional Development in the College of Liberal Arts empowers students to present themselves successfully as candidates for internship, employment and postgraduate education opportunities.

Through counseling, seminars and workshops, the center offers an array of services including

connecting students’ experience with potential employers;
drafting and editing résumés and cover letters;
practicing interview skills;
preparing for further education; and
strategizing on internships and job opportunities.

Learn more about professional development opportunities and services.

Career Seminar

The College of Liberal Arts requires a one-credit seminar course that focuses on the flexibility of a liberal arts degree to prepare students for careers in corporate entities, education, government agencies, nonprofit organizations and more. Through this course, you’ll develop and refine your résumé, receive guidance on navigating professional networking opportunities and interviews, and be equipped to confidently market yourself to potential employers.

Learn more about the Career Seminar in the College of Liberal Arts.

University Career Center

As a Temple student, you can also visit the university’s Career Center for support during your job or internship search. Drop in for a short visit or schedule a 30-minute coaching session to discuss components of your professional profile, including your résumé and LinkedIn presence.

Career services can provide

assessments of your professional direction,
listings of job search resources and
support for job search strategies.

Learn more about Temple’s Career Center.

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Career Services

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