APEX

Applied & Experiential Learning

The Alfred University Applied and Experiential Learning Program (APEX) allows juniors and seniors to apply for up to $1,000 in funding to engage in work experience and study/research opportunities to enhance their career decision-making, increase their opportunities after graduation and inspire them to find their passions in life.

Employers & Alumni

Frequently Asked Questions

APEX Student Stories

Getting Lost in the Woods

"I would get lost in the woods to find myself."

APEX: Becoming a Business Leader

"I chose Alfred University because it felt like a second home; I was wanted every time I stepped outside. The people of this community who have made..."

APEX: Health Fitness Management

"As students, we only get so much hands-on experience. This internship helped link my classroom learning with real-world applications in the field o..."

APEX: Biology & Chemistry Research

"Before starting this [APEX] experience, I knew I wanted to be a veterinarian but was unsure of what path I would follow within the profession. Perf..."

APEX in the Nation's Capital (Political Science, Psychology, Public Law)

"My experience at this APEX internship made me surer of myself and more determined to pursue my goals."

Lu Krawczyk

"I’m pleased to be learning a wide array of subjects from human performance to management and organizational behavior so that when I graduate, I wil..."

APEX: Engineering & Chemistry with a Side of Glassblowing!

"The APEX grant provided me with the ability to focus solely on the internship I was working as opposed to being distracted by the stress of financi..."

Applied and Experiential Learning (APEX)

Are you a junior or senior looking for funding to help with your work, study abroad, or research experience? Consider applying for APEX, Alfred University's Applied and Experiential Learning program.

Facilitated through the Career Development Center, APEX gives students an unique opportunity to study in their field through internships, co-ops and more. The application can easily be accessed through Handshake. If you're a employer or a AU alum interested in learning about APEX, for more information use the links.

Through APEX, you will:

Transform a good education into a extraordinary education
Provide a peak experience and new perspective
Receive funding which will extend your ability to participate
Gain a highly valued experience that will make you more competitive in job markets and with graduate schools
Refine your desired career fields, and be inspired to find passions in life, whether career-related or personal

General Criteria:

Students must apply 3 weeks before experience begins (it is recommended that students apply at least 3 weeks before the experience begins, but students have 10 days from the start of their experience to apply before becoming ineligible)
The activity is structured, intentional and authentic
The activity requires a supervisor, professional advisor, or mentor
The activity requires a structural reflection, self-critique, assessment, and documentation

Which activities will be eligible for credit, if they fit the criteria?

Work experiences:

Internships: minimum of 45 hours with a maximum duration of one year, with the same organization. This can include certain pre-approved campus employment experiences.
Co-ops, as defined and coordinated by Alfred University
Clinical placements (e.g. Athletic Training) and practicum experiences (e.g. Student Teaching)
Apprenticeships: minimum of 45 hours with a maximum duration of one year, with the same organization/artist.
ROTC
Global Experiences (Internships Abroad)

Study and Research:

Off-campus study, as approved by Alfred University (Study Abroad).
Official Undergraduate Research (for credit).
Service Learning classes as designated in Banner.
Capstone projects: minimum of 45 hours with a maximum duration of one year, with the same organization/project.

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Questions about experiences that count for APEX funding or about the application? Check out our Frequently Asked Questions page or contact the Career Development Center for more information. Don’t miss out on this great opportunity!