University Professional Internship / Co-op Program
Student FAQ's
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What is a UPIC internship?
University Professional Internship and Coop (UPIC) internships are paid, on-campus internships that provide an opportunity for undergraduate students to expand their knowledge and gain hands on experience in their fields of study/interest, working along side Clemson University’s faculty and/or staff. All UPIC internships are documented on your transcript
Is the INT course required to participate in the UPIC program?
Yes, all UPIC interns are required to register for the INT course. All UPIC interns secure an academic notation on their transcripts.
How many site hours do I need to complete per semester?
The UPIC program provides part-time and full-time internship experiences for undergraduate students; part-time and full-time. Part-time interns need to complete a total of 160 hours and Full-time interns need to complete a total of 320 hours. All hours must be completed by the last day of the semester.
Do I get paid to be a UPIC intern?
Absolutely, all UPIC internships are paid however pay differs based on the type of internship. All Part-time interns receive $10-$12/hour and Full-time interns receive $14-$16/hour.
Am I able to earn raises as a UPIC intern?
Pay raises are awarded based on successfully passing the UPIC Internship course (INT), which includes timely submission of assignments, completion of a site visit and reaching the hours requirement; as well as continuation with the same internship and department.
How/When do I apply for a UPIC internship?
All UPIC internship positions are posted through ClemsonJobLink. Typically Summer and Fall internships are posted towards the end of the Spring Semester and all Spring internship are posted towards the end of the Fall semester. These timelines are subject to change, so make sure to actively looking in ClemsonJobLink for new postings and deadlines.
