Student Opportunities Hub

What are Experiential Learning Opportunities?

Experiential Learning Opportunities (ELOs) allow “learners to have direct experience and focused reflection in order to increase knowledge, develop skills, clarify values, and develop individual capacity to contribute to their communities” (Association for Experiential Education). ELOs provide hands-on experience in an area of interest and help students build essential skills for long-term academic and career success.

Queens College (QC) focuses on ELOs in five areas:

Civic Engagement
Fellowships
Internships
Research
Study Abroad

Learn more about these ELOs below and the QC office that sponsors related opportunities within that area. Check out the QC Student Opportunity Hub Database for more information on any eligibility requirements and resources to support you through the application process.

Civic Engagement

OSDL provides students opportunities to participate in civic engagement, community service, leadership in student clubs and organizations, and volunteering.

Visit: Office of Student Development & Leadership (OSDL) https://www.qc.cuny.edu/sdl/

Fellowships

Fellowships are competitive awards that provide financial support for activities including research and academic work. Fellowships are provided by QC or organizations outside of QC.

Visit: Office of Honors and Scholarships https://www.qc.cuny.edu/academics/ohs/externalscholarships/

Internships

Internships are short-term work experiences that help you explore your academic and career interests. Certain majors may require internships, fieldwork, capstone projects, or community-engaged learning for course credit; check your major requirements.

 

  • Center for Career Engagement and Internships

Get help preparing your resume and cover letter, searching for internships and jobs, and connecting with employers.

Visit: https://www.qc.cuny.edu/academics/cei/

 

  • Experiential Education

Learn about paid QC and CUNY internship programs open to all majors and get help with the application process.

Visit: https://www.qc.cuny.edu/academics/ee/

Research

Undergraduate research is a scholarly activity that contributes substantial and original intellectual findings to a field or discipline. Students are provided with resources, faculty mentorship, and funding opportunities.

Visit: Office of Undergraduate Research https://www.qc.cuny.edu/academics/ougr/

Study Abroad

Experience new perspectives, learn how to navigate different cultures, and communicate in other languages. Options range from short summer and winter intersession courses to programs that last a semester or a year.

Visit: Study Abroad Office https://www.qc.cuny.edu/academics/sa/