Experiential learning, career exploration, networking events, and workforce-focused programs designed to connect Penn State students to Pittsburgh’s industries, employers, and career pathways.

City Semester Internship ProgramCollage of photos showing students engaging in various internship activities in Pittsburgh, including helping in an urban garden.
City Semester Internship Program - The City Semester Pittsburgh Internship Program connects Penn State students with paid summer internships at mission-driven organizations across the Pittsburgh region.
Pittsburgh Connect: Penn State Student Networking SummitExhibitor speaking with a student at a career fair
Pittsburgh Connect: Penn State Student Networking Summit - Penn State students are invited to meet with local and national employers, learn about upcoming internship opportunities, connect with Penn State's alumni network, and build strong connections for a successful future.
Pittsburgh Connect: Spring Break Service DayA collage showing college students volunteering in a kitchen and in an urban garden.
Pittsburgh Connect: Spring Break Service Day - A community-centered alternative spring break experience for Penn State students who want to give back, explore mission-driven careers, and stay connected to Pittsburgh while home for break.
Careers in ActionTwo workers wearing hardhats look out over a field of wind turbines in the sunset.
Careers in Action - The Careers in Action virtual learning series connects Penn State students with industry professionals working in different roles for Exus Renewables North America, a global clean energy company with headquarters in Pittsburgh.
High-Performance Building Summer ProgramInstructor with a group of students outside in front of a high performance building
High-Performance Building Summer Program - This immersive, 3-week summer program for first- and second-year Penn State students helps them learn how high-performance building design and construction principles contribute to a more sustainable, efficient, and healthier built environment.