Student Experiences

I worked primarily in the Trust's archive, responding to research enquiries, assisting with collections management, and doing independent research. Other tasks included assisting with public tours in Dove Cottage and working with outreach groups, such as universities on study abroad, during their visits to the Trust.

As part of the 2023 English Symposium, seven students shared their experiences completing the English+ requirement. We had students talk about international, local, and Washington Seminar internships as well as experiences in ENGL 394 and the Research and Writing Center.

As part of the 2018 English Symposium, eight students shared their experiences completing the English+ requirement. We had students talk about international and local internships as well as on-campus internships, ENGL 394, and even volunteer experiences.

As part of the 2025 English Symposium, seven students shared their experiences completing the English+ requirement. We had students talk about international, local, and Washington Seminar internships as well as experiences in ENGL 394 and the Research and Writing Center.

"[I] highly recommend taking the leap to network with inspirational individuals who you may learn from and assist in their work!"

"I loved being able to work behind the scenes on different exhibitions and displays, and the curatorial team is full of great mentors who made my experience great."

"The Washington Seminar formulated my character so that when I returned to Provo, I had the tools to keep widening my world."

"These internships can literally open doors. Students need real-world experiences like this."

"These have all been great experiences as I enter this field and pursue a Masters of Library and Information science."

"My time as an intern . . . gave me the opportunity to expand my cultural literacy, research skills, and self-confidence."

"Everyone has different ideas and it is critical that all opinions and thoughts are shared."

"I didn't realize how important my internship would become to me."

"My favorite moments were the ones when I was able to answer a question that bothered someone for a while or explain a concept in a way that finally allowed them to grasp it."

"When it came time to find a company to hire me for full-time employment, I was able to leverage these experiences to promote myself as a worthy candidate in a competitive field because I could show that I have had tangible experience in the business world."

"Internships are great at guiding you as you are figuring out future goals. Experiences like internships can save you from years of moving in the wrong direction."

"I learned how to employ my English skills into a professional and legal environment."

"Internships are huge game changers! Not only do they look good on your resume, but a single internship might be the entire difference in what career you choose."

"I learned that it’s important to be quick and intelligent, but it’s more important to work hard, be resourceful, and develop positive working relationships."