Social Sciences & Humanities
Students seeking to gain practical experience in the humanities and social sciences can engage in the history, culture, economic development and unique world of Chicago neighborhoods. Deepen your understanding of social policy, urban history and community development, and develop skills such as non-profit management, social policy analysis, community organizing and urban planning through interning at organizations such as Interfaith Worker Justice, Breakthrough Urban Ministries, Open Book and Chicago Legal Clinic. Or, you might work in government institutions such as the Cook County Juvenile Court, U.S Postal Inspection Service and the City of Chicago’s Department of Law.
FYI
Chicago is a city of 77 neighborhoods, each with its own culture and vibe. Experience their unique offerings and special beauty through Chicago Semester.
Internship Placement Process
- Submit your program application, references, resume, transcript and essay responses to Chicago Semester.
- We review your materials, work with you collaboratively to create a polished resume ready for professional review and send these to potential internship sites.
- You interview with potential internship sites and prioritize which opportunity is the best fit for you.
Questions?

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our Coordinator of Internship Placements & Alumni Engagement
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Hear from a Social Sciences & Humanities Alumnus
"Through this internship, I was able to not only confirm the love I have for law, but also identify where along the diverse practices of law does my love lie. Thus, I know for a fact, civil law will be part of my future… You will not have another internship experience like the one you will have at the Chicago Semester program. There will be no other instance where you will have a class that is dedicated to helping you interpret your internship experience as the Professional Seminar does, and I believe that is the most valuable aspect of it all."
– Jocelyn Gallegos
‘18, Sociology/Criminal Justice Emphasis, Internship at Chicago Legal Clinic
Professional Seminars and Courses
Professional Seminar (Interdisciplinary) - Fall, Spring and Summer
Arts in the City - Fall and Spring
Diversity and Inequality: Engaging Chicago Cross Culturally - Fall, Spring and Summer
Social Justice - Fall and Spring
Urban Planning, Development and the Sustainable City - Spring and Summer
Values and Vocation: Reflections on Work and the Common Good - Fall and Spring
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