Jobs and Internships

It's never too early to plan your job search. In fact, we recommend checking out internship options as early as your first year. These career-related work experiences can give you skills and connections to help you find a full-time job in the future. They can be paid or unpaid and can take place during the summer or academic year.

As an NIU student, you already have a Huskies Get Hired account – a free, online tool that connects you with jobs, internships and career resources. Log in now to start exploring opportunities and making the most of your NIU experience.

If you're an alum and do not have an account, just reach out to us at 815-753-1642 or careerservices@niu.edu and we'll get you set up.

Student Login

Instructions for Students

How It Works

Use Huskies Get Hired to:

• Search and apply for internships and jobs
• Schedule on-campus interviews
• Upload and publish your resume for employers to review
• Get information on the labor market

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Career Services Partners

Our employer partners are here to support you and your success. They collaborate with Career Services to provide opportunities for Huskies to explore careers, meet professionals and gain real-world experience. Whether through career events, networking, or interviews, these partners are invested in helping you take the next step toward your future.

COOP Careers

COOP Careers is a free fellowship program for unemployed or underemployed first-generation B.A. grads who are interested in data analytics, digital marketing or financial services. As a COOP fellow, you'll spend four evenings per week for 16 weeks learning technical skills, meeting potential employers and building community.

Candidates must meet all of the criteria below:

• Earned your BA before the first day of the program
• Unemployed (and legally authorized to work in the U.S.) or underemployed (meaning your current job description does not require a bachelor’s degree)
• Earn less than $50,000 per year
• Are a U.S. citizen or legally authorized to work in the U.S. (i.e., permanent resident, employment authorization, DACA recipient)
• Be at least 21 years old by the first day of program
• Available four evenings per week (Monday-Wednesday) for the duration of the program
• Live within one of their region-specific states: CA, IL, NY, NJ, CT, FL

If you’re interested, please fill out the COOP Careers Interest Form.