What is the Internship & Experiential Learning Survey?
The Internship & Experiential Learning Survey is a brief online survey for all students about the internship and experiential learning opportunities you complete as a WashU student.
This survey is for every student – whether you are completing an internship, conducting research, working a summer job, or completing other experiential learning experiences.
*Please note survey link is only available to students and alumni.
Internship & Experiential Learning Survey Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Why does WashU have an Internship & Experiential Learning Survey?
Completing the Internship & Experiential Learning Survey provides valuable insights on student experiences for WashU, the Center for Career Engagement, and benefits current and future students. The Center for Career Engagement utilizes information from the survey to understand students’ career interests, and to highlight the skills students build through experiential learning. This information helps the Center for Career Engagement build relationships with top organizations who hire WashU students. Want to learn more? See how WashU supports internships and experiential learning, or read our student internship spotlights.
Who is eligible to complete the Internship & Experiential Learning Survey?
All WashU students can complete the survey. Students can complete the survey when you have accepted an offer for an internship, research opportunity, summer job, or other experiential learning opportunity. Students can complete the survey multiple times if they participate in multiple opportunities during their time at WashU.
How do I access the survey?
Students can log in to WashU Career Insights to complete the survey. Students will receive emails with a link to WashU Career Insights to complete the survey. Emails with the survey link will be sent from notifications@washu.12twenty.com.
You should see a survey pop up when you log in. If you do not see the survey pop up, please select “+ Report Status” under “Internship & Experiential Learning” to complete the survey.
*Please note that the WashU Career Insights platform and the Internship & Experiential Learning Survey is not accessible to faculty, staff, and non-students.*
How long does it take to complete the survey?
The survey takes about 5 minutes to complete.
Should I fill out the survey if I have not yet completed my internship, research, etc.?
Yes! All responses are helpful – you can complete the survey even if your internship, research, or other experiential learning opportunity is not yet done.
Looking for support as you navigate your career search? Meet with a career coach or check out our job search resources!
Will my individual survey data be publicly available?
No! Your survey responses are protected, and your individual information will not be shared publicly.
We use and share aggregate student data, which means data has been combine and is presented as a summary instead of individual responses. Aggregate data allows us to understand insights and trends in a specific school or major, as well as those for an entire graduating class.
How is information from Internship & Experiential Learning Survey responses used?
Your responses help the Center for Career Engagement, your school, and the university as we ensure the resources and support we offer are aligned with the needs of current and future students. It helps us ensure we are preparing students for lifelong success by offering skill-building workshops, alumni connections, and employer opportunities aligned with student interests and career outcomes trends.
How can faculty, staff, and families help encourage students to complete the Internship & Experiential Learning Survey?
Faculty, advisors, staff, and families can be great champions to encourage graduates to complete the survey. Check out flyer and poster templates, sample outreach language, and more resources in our Internship & Experiential Learning Survey Toolkit.
How can I get help with the survey?
Please contact us at careers@wustl.edu with any issues or questions about completing the survey.