Partner FAQs

Q1: How can my organization benefit from partnering with the University of Georgia Office of Experiential Learning?

A: As a UGA Partner you will expand your access to UGA’s talent pipeline across all majors and fields of study, raise brand awareness with increased promotion of your student opportunity across campus, and increase partnership opportunities with other UGA programs.

Q2: What is required to get our internships approved for experiential learning?

A: Each approved internship must (1) Meet the five required EL learning outcomes: Engagement, Mentorship, Challenge, Ownership, and Self or Social Awareness, (2) Provide a job description for the internship, and (3) Sign an employer agreement, or Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), with the University.

Q3: How will our internship be promoted across campus?

A: We promote internship opportunities through our office’s social media channels, on the campus Engage platform, on Handshake (an online platform used by students to find jobs/internships), and through regular communication with academic advisors.

Q4: How long does the experiential learning approval process take?

A: The approval process can take several weeks to complete, but the Office of Experiential Learning has resources and experienced staff to help you through the process.