WNY Sophomore Externship Accepting Applications

The Startup and Innovation Collaboratory launched the Western New York Sophomore Externship Experience (WNYSEE), which connected local students to local businesses for a summer externship opportunity.

Published November 20, 2025

Get ahead — and get paid — as you gain experience, make connections, and learn more about everything that Western New York has to offer.

Need to find a paid summer externship? Let UB do the work. Apply by January 23, 2026.

As a sophomore, you’re eligible to apply for the Western New York Sophomore Externship Experience @ UB.

  • Earn $4,000.
  • 25 hours/week in June and July.
  • Opportunities throughout WNY.
  • Open to all majors.
  • Earn course credit and a micro-credential.
  • We plan to match students with business based on interests and major.
Start Your Application Today

Info Sessions:

  • December 3
    5:30 - 6:30 p.m. | SU 340
  • December 18
     12 - 1 p.m. | Zoom Meeting ID: 253 074 9321 Passcode: 849104
  • January 6
    12 - 1 p.m. | Zoom Meeting ID: 253 074 9321 Passcode: 849104
  • January 15
    1 - 2 p.m. | Zoom Meeting ID: 253 074 9321 Passcode: 849104
  • January 22
    4 - 5 p.m. | SU 340
    7 - 8 p.m. | Zoom Meeting ID: 253 074 9321 Passcode: 849104

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