Research Internships
As a parks, recreation and tourism (PRT) student, your chances of gaining real-world field experience through internships are almost limitless.
Each PRT student completes a minimum of 12 consecutive weeks in a professional internship prior to graduation. This hands-on training allows you to apply the lessons of your academic curriculum to professional practice. Often, this experience is a link to future career opportunities.
PRT students have completed internships with a wide variety of local, state, federal and international agencies; private and nonprofit foundations; resort and convention sites; professional sports organizations and private businesses.
If you are interested in research, many of the PRT faculty members hire undergraduate students to assist with their projects. These opportunities allow you to learn research techniques and to broaden your educational experience.
Learn More
Questions should be directed to: Mr. David R. Vaught, internship director, Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism, 105 Natural Resources Building, Columbia, MO 65211, or call 573-882-9517
