JOHNSON & WALES EXPERIENTIAL EDUCATION AND CAREER SERVICES
- Location Providence, RI
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| Key Major | Future Job Possibilities | SAMPLE EMPLOYERS |
| HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT | Tourism, Special Events, Food Service Operations | Hilton Hotels, Heineken, Marriott |
| CULINARY ARTS | Athletic Franchise Nutritionist, Food Product Developer, Restauranteur | Facebook, Major League Baseball, Walt Disney World |
| BUSINESS/MANAGEMENT | Financial Analyst, Entrepreneur, Commodity Merchandiser | Nokia, Barclay Investments, JP Morgan |
• The 2014 William M. Burke Presidential Award for Excellence in Experiential Education, the highest award given by the National Society for Experiential Education (NSEE).
• Ranked 2nd for career advice in the United States as noted in the 2013 International Student Barometer Survey, a national survey sent to over 100,000 students from 178 institutions.
• Internship to Employment – 55% of all students received a job offer at the end of their internship. 78% of seniors on a paid internship received a job offer. This compares to 63% national average for colleges as reported by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) for the 2013-2014 school year.
JOHNSON & WALES EXPERIENTIAL EDUCATION AND CAREER SERVICES
Benefits
At Johnson & Wales, we know the importance of relevant work experience. That’s why internships are a core part of our academic program, and why over 2,500 students do internships each year.
You’ll get full academic credit while you apply classroom theory to real life working situations related to your major.
And you’ll build the hands-on skills and job experience that will set you apart for employers.
Make an appointment with our career experts to take advantage of the internship opportunities in your field.
ACCESS TO INTERNSHIPS
Top companies recruit at JWU because they love working with our interns. You have exclusive access to thousands of internships just for JWU students.
HEAD START
We offer services from day one, so you can start early and find the internship that best fits your career goals.
You’ll develop a deep understanding of your field through our range of career resources, networking opportunities and expert guidance, so you can make the most of the career opportunities in your industry even before you graduate.
You’ll determine which career paths best fit your particular skills and passions, set practical goals to make your career a reality, and make valuable connections in your industry and with companies you want to work for.
Requirements
Johnson & Wales internship grade point average requirements differ according to major.
| Housing | Location Type | Offers Scholarships | Degrees Offered | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Available for Undergraduate and Graduate | Urban | Yes | Associate, Bachelor, Master, Doctorate | ||
| Public/Private | Institution Type | Student Body | Student Population | ||
| Private | Doctorate-Granting University | Co-educational | 8682 (Total) | 289 (International) |
Please Note:While you will build your resume and gain many professional skills during your co-op or internship, participating in a co-op or internship does not guarantee employment. Sample companies and future job possibilities are intended to highlight possible outcomes.