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Internship Support + Emergency Fund

We don’t want money to get in the way of your goals. That’s why we created the Internship Support + Emergency Fund—to help you take advantage of meaningful opportunities without added financial stress.

Here’s how it works:

Internship Support: Got an unpaid or underpaid internship? This fund can help cover costs like transportation, professional attire, or other essentials that make it possible for you.
Emergency Support: Life happens. If an unexpected financial challenge pops up while you’re in an internship or other experiential learning opportunity, this fund can provide extra support, so you don’t have to put your experience on hold.

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You’re eligible if you:

Are a currently enrolled UB student
Are currently participating in or actively pursuing an experiential learning opportunity
Can share specific financial need directly related to the experiential learning opportunity – like housing needs, transportation, childcare, essential supplies, or emergencies
Have not received emergency funding from UB for the same reason

For International Students

Have a Social Security Number (SSN) or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN)

Awards typically range from $500–$1,500
Funds are issued through a debit card

Apply in the Scholarship Portal

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