Does volunteer work or a service-learning class count as an internship?
Technically no, though any experience is great experience and can be used on your resume. Volunteer positions sometimes involve less substantive work or less time commitment. If you volunteer somewhere, be sure you will be learning about the organization, the clients the organization serves, and the ways in which the full-time staff work. The Community Service-Learning Center offers advising about volunteering in the Twin Cities, and how to find an organization that’s a good fit for you.
