Quinnipiac University

BA in Sociology Experiential Learning

As a sociology student at Quinnipiac, your learning goes far beyond the classroom. You’ll dive into real-world issues through research with your professors, gain experience solving problems in the community during internships and apply what you learn in exciting class projects. By working directly with faculty and getting out into the field, you’ll build skills, make connections and see firsthand how sociology can make a difference in people’s lives.

A Foundation for Your Future

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400+ Internships

Number of internship opportunities available to our students in the U.S. and abroad.

73% Hands-On Experience

Percentage of seniors who participated in at least one internship during their time at Quinnipiac.

Recent Student Work

Like every Quinnipiac student, you'll have many opportunities to learn through hands-on experiences through research, course projects and capstones. These immersive opportunities not only demonstrate the depth of your knowledge and skills to professors and peers, but also make a strong impression on potential employers. By applying what you've learned in real-world contexts, you'll gain deeper insights into various industries and career paths.

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Internship Opportunities

Sociology internships let you take what you learn in class and put it into action. You could work in schools, nonprofits, community organizations or the justice system, tackling real issues and helping real people. It’s a chance to gain hands-on experience, explore careers and build connections that can launch your future — all while making a difference.

Our students have interned at a number of sites, including:

  • Animal Assisted Therapy Services

  • Area Cooperative Educational Services (ACES)

  • Boys and Girls Club of Greater New Haven

  • The Children’s Center of Hamden

  • Clifford Beers Clinic

  • Columbus House

  • Family ReEntry

  • Girl Scouts of America

  • Keefe Community Center

  • LEAP New Haven

  • New Reach - New Haven

  • Umbrella Center for Domestic Violence

  • Yale Child Study Center School

Empowering students to lead

The College of Arts & Sciences is a national leader that prepares graduates to take on the challenges of civic leadership in the 21st century. Students in our signature civic leadership program work to enhance social justice, build communities and become agents of change through experiential learning activities inside the classroom and around the world.

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Career-Building Resources

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Quinnipiac students excel as interns, new hires, managers and executives in almost every industry. Gather real-world data about starting salaries, hiring trends and in-demand skills to inform your decision-making and put you on a path to success. 

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Craft Your Career

With an abundance of career-focused information and resources, the career advisers within the College of Arts & Sciences support students as they expand their professional networks and attract the attention of prestigious employers.

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Career and Experiential Learning Lab

iQ, Quinnipiac University’s holistic approach to career development and experiential learning, surrounds every individual with a personalized plan that maximizes their time at Quinnipiac. The powerhouse of iQ, our Career and Experiential Learning Lab is the physical space where students and advisers bridge the gap between college and career. 

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