Program Overview

University Professional Internship and Co-op (UPIC)

The University Professional Internship and Co-op (UPIC) program provides over 900 paid, on-campus internships for Clemson University undergraduate students. The program is a leader in creating a campus-wide culture that involves students in meaningful and relevant developmental experiences.

Student Information

Students have the opportunity to work alongside Clemson University faculty and staff, gaining professional work experience in their field of interest and study. UPIC interns are required to register for the online Internship (INT) Course and complete all related assignments.

UPIC Internship Course

Through the UPIC program, undergraduate students have the opportunity to secure an academic notation validating their internship experience on their transcript. Once students have secured a UPIC internship, interns are required to register for the online Internship (INT) Course and complete all related assignments.

Course Fee

The fee for the course is $200. The last day to withdraw from the class without a W Grade is consistent with the last day to withdraw from any course according to the Clemson University academic calendar.

INT Course Registration

Students must register for the required INT course through iRoar before the last day to add courses for the semester.

INT Course Sections

• Part-Time Internships – 160 hours
  • 1st Internship Experience | INT
  • 2nd Internship Experience | INT
  • 3rd Internship Experience | INT
  • 4th Internship Experience | INT
• Full-Time Internships – 320 hours
  • 1st Internship Experience | INT
  • 2nd Internship Experience | INT
  • 3rd Internship Experience | INT
  • 4th Internship Experience | INT

UPIC FAQ's

What is a UPIC internship?

University Professional Internship and Coop (UPIC) internships are paid, on-campus internships that provide an opportunity for undergraduate students to expand their knowledge and gain hands-on experience in their fields of study/interest, working alongside Clemson University's faculty and/or staff. All UPIC internships are documented on your transcript.

Is the INT course required to participate in the UPIC program?

Yes, all UPIC interns are required to register for the INT course. All UPIC interns secure an academic notation on their transcripts.

How many site hours do I need to complete per semester?

The UPIC program provides part-time and full-time internship experiences for undergraduate students. Part-time interns need to complete a total of 160 hours and Full-time interns need to complete a total of 320 hours. All hours must be completed by the last day of the semester.

Do I get paid to be a UPIC intern?

Absolutely, all UPIC internships are paid; however, pay differs based on the type of internship. All Part-time interns receive $14/hour and Full-time interns receive $16/hour.

How/when do I apply for a UPIC internship?

All UPIC internship positions are posted through ClemsonJobLink. Typically, Summer and Fall internships are posted towards the end of the Spring Semester and all Spring internships are posted towards the end of the Fall semester. These timelines are subject to change, so make sure to actively look in ClemsonJobLink for new postings and deadlines.

Is there a limit of the number of UPIC rotations I can participate in?

No, there is not a limit. If you meet the eligibility requirements (interns must be an enrolled, full-time (12+ credit hours for part-time interns) undergraduate student in good academic standing with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0) AND you have successfully completed your previous UPIC experiences, you may participate. However, once an intern has completed 4 semesters as a UPIC intern (cumulative of all semesters in ANY department), the 5th and all future semesters will not be fund matched by UPIC and the employing department will be responsible for 100% of the salary.

If I received a "No Pass", can I participate in UPIC again?

If you receive a "No Pass", you will need to meet with one of our site coordinators to create a success plan BEFORE you begin another UPIC internship.
If you receive a 2nd "No Pass" consecutively to the first one, you will be required to sit out of the UPIC program the next semester that you are enrolled.
If you receive a 3rd "No Pass" overall, you will not be allowed to participate in any future UPIC internships.