Quinnipiac University

BA in Hispanic and Latin American Studies Experiential Learning

Experiential learning at Quinnipiac offers multiple opportunities to apply your knowledge through hands-on work, service and exploration, preparing you for success in 21st-century careers. With an abundance of resources, internship opportunities and career-focused guidance, you'll be equipped with the skills and knowledge that distinguish you to employers and pave the way for long-term success.

Experiential Learning Opportunities

Hispanic and Latin American Studies students engage in wonderful and unique experiential learning opportunities, from presenting research to studying abroad. Students are able to strengthen their skills across campus activities and global initiatives.

Present your research at conferences and symposiums, including:

  • The Connecticut Council of Language Teachers’ (CT COLT) Conference
  • The CAS Student Research Symposium

Study another language to enhance your learning and opportunities, such as:

  • Arabic
  • Chinese
  • French
  • German
  • Hebew
  • Italian
  • Japanese
  • American Sign Language

Where Do Quinnipiac Students Study?

Quinnipiac students participate in community engagement, summer and winter intercessions, clinicals, experiential learning, independent or capstone research projects, and semester abroad in countries all around the globe.

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Salamanca, Spain

The Study + Internship summer immersion program in Salamanca, Spain allows you to make steady progress toward your academic degree while developing practical skills in fields such as business, design, marketing, tourism, urban planning and more.

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A Foundation for Your Future

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400+ Internships

Number of internship opportunities available to our students in the U.S. and abroad.

#1 in the United States

#1 Best Employment Rate

For the fifth year in a row, the career site Zippia ranked Quinnipiac as the best college in the nation for employment 10 years after graduation.

73% Hands-On Experience

Percentage of seniors who participated in at least one internship during their time at Quinnipiac.

Career-Building Resources

Job Market Trends

Quinnipiac students excel as interns, new hires, managers and executives in almost every industry. Gather real-world data about starting salaries, hiring trends and in-demand skills to inform your decision-making and put you on a path to success. 

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Craft Your Career

With an abundance of career-focused information and resources, the career advisers within the College of Arts & Sciences support students as they expand their professional networks and attract the attention of prestigious employers.

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Career and Experiential Learning Lab

iQ, Quinnipiac University’s holistic approach to career development and experiential learning, surrounds every individual with a personalized plan that maximizes their time at Quinnipiac. The powerhouse of iQ, our Career and Experiential Learning Lab is the physical space where students and advisers bridge the gap between college and career. 

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