HNIP Benefits

Since 1992, HACU has offered one of the best internship programs in the country. We believe that participation in an internship is an invaluable opportunity to gain hands-on work experience, but internships offered through many other organizations often come at a price, whether monetary or otherwise.

To honor our commitment to providing equal access to such opportunities, the HACU National Internship Program offers many additional benefits which offset or eliminate many common costs of taking part in an internship.

  • Unlike so many other internship programs, there are NO fees to apply for or participate in a HACU internship.
  • All HACU internship positions are PAID.
  • HACU will arrange housing in the internship location (optional).
  • Travel to and from the orientation and/or work site can be arranged at no cost to HACU interns.
  • Provisions can be made for interns to receive academic credit.
  • Free professional development activities are regularly offered during the course of the program.

Click on the tabs to the left to read more on the benefits of the HACU National Internship Program.


The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities, founded in 1986, represents more than 500 colleges and universities in the United States, Latin America, Spain, and school districts throughout the U.S. HACU is the only national association representing existing and emerging Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs). The Association’s headquarters are in San Antonio, Texas, with regional offices in Washington, D.C. and Sacramento, California.

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