10  TA Opportunities, Internships, and Working

10.1 Being a Teaching Assistant (TA)

Being a TA is a great experience. We have many TA opportunities and these will only increase over time.

We encourage first-term students to focus 100% on coursework and limit working as much as possible. Because first-term students should focus on coursework, TA positions are prioritized for second-term and second-year students. However, first-term students are eligible to apply. You will receive an email during the summer with information about the Fall TA application process.

10.2 Working and Internships

I strongly encourage students to take up internships during their study period. This experience can be immensely valuable and help you with finding jobs in the future. However, it is important to note that our program is rigorous and demands significant commitment and effort. Therefore, it is crucial to manage your time efficiently and effectively. To this end, I recommend considering summer internships, as they can provide a valuable opportunity to gain practical experience while managing your time effectively.

Domestic students may work as they wish.

International students may choose to take internships via the DSAN 5925/CPT option.

We will discuss this in great detail during a required workshop in February 2025. International students may start accepting internships by Summer of 2025. No internships are permitted for Fall 2024 or Spring 2025. Please note that this is international and domestic law (not our rules) so we cannot waive or change this policy.

We encourage all students to participate in summer internships. There are special rules for international students. We will host an informational workshop in the Spring semester and will send details via email as well.