Internship Opportunities

The University of Maine Cooperative Extension Internship Program provides opportunities for UMaine students to gain valuable work and research experience while attending the University of Maine. Internships are considered a significant and valuable learning experience that will require time and commitment on the part of both the intern and mentor. Check out the resources below to learn more about these incredible opportunities.


Maine Career Catalyst: Find your path; build your future

The University of Maine Cooperative Extension proudly partners with Maine Career Catalyst to offer an engaging experience for our participants. Maine Career Catalyst provides professional development, social opportunities, and networking for college students working in summer internship programs throughout the state. This program is not limited to The University of Maine Cooperative Extension — in 2019, more than 800 students participated! From stand-up paddleboarding and eating lobster rolls along Maine’s coast to lunch and learn workshops that teach you professional development skills, these events held throughout the summer facilitate connections among interns and a deeper understanding of opportunities to launch a career in Maine.