FAQ

Does my department or office have to reapply each year for our internship?

Yes. Internship determinations are made on an annual basis so academic departments and campus offices need to reapply for the Legacy Internship Program yearly.  However, you may use the same application from year-to-year.

Does a legacy internship cost a department or office any money?

No. Donations from alumni have created a special endowment fund for Legacy Internships.

Can only legacy students apply for these internships?

Yes, only legacy students are allowed to apply for Legacy Internships. For the purpose of this program, legacy students are those students who have a family member (cousin, sibling, aunt, uncle, parent, grandparent, etc.) who graduated from OWU.

How long should the term of an internship be?

Internships can last for the full academic year or for one semester. Half-semester internships will not be accepted.

How many hours should the students work?

Students should work no more than 6 hours per week. Students should work when classes are in session.  Students should not work during break or final exam week.

How do I apply to create an internship?

Fill out the form on the legacy internship program website.

When can a department or office apply for an internship?

The application process timeline can be found HERE.

How will I be notified if a student(s) apply for my Legacy Internship position?

Once the student application period opens, you will be notified on a rolling basis, via email, of any applicants. At the close of the student application period, you will be notified if there are no applicants for your position.