School of Business

Students can participate in long-term, community-led initiatives designed to bring theory to practice while developing professional, leadership, and career-ready skills.

Programs include:

• Bonner Service Leaders – A nationally recognized program focused on leadership, service, and social justice through sustained community engagement.

• Nonprofit Excellence and Transformation (NExT) – Work alongside nonprofit organizations while learning best practices in community development and organizational impact.

• Summer Project Incubator (SPIn) – A summer program supporting innovative, community-driven projects and professional skill-building.

Why Participate?

• Engage in long-term, community-led initiatives

• Apply classroom learning to real-world challenges

• Learn from and collaborate with community members and nonprofit organizations

• Build and practice professional and leadership skills

• Earn a Certificate in Community Development

• Participate during the academic year, summer, and post-graduation

• Make friends, build community, and have fun

Siena’s opportunities prepare students to graduate with meaningful experience, a strong professional foundation, and a commitment to making a positive impact.

Internships help students gain real-world experience, explore career paths, and graduate career-ready. Whether for academic credit or professional experience, internships connect classroom learning with hands-on application.

Why Intern?

• Strengthen your position in a competitive job market

• Increase post-graduation earning potential

• Build professional networks

• Explore and narrow career paths

• Gain experience that often serves as an extended interview

Types of Internships

• Available through the Schools of Business, Liberal Arts, and Science

• Offered for credit or non-credit

• Paid or unpaid opportunities

• Completed during the academic year or summer

Career Support

The MacDonnell Career and Internship Center supports students at every step with:

• Resume and internship search assistance

• Individual career counseling

• Access to Handshake, Goin’ Global, and Big Interview

• Networking through SaintsNetwork and StAMP

• Career fairs, expos, and workshops

Internships at Siena University prepare students to enter the workforce with confidence, experience, and professional connections.

Students interested in entrepreneurship can turn ideas into action through competitions, recognition programs, and student organizations designed to support innovation and business creation through our Stack Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship.

Opportunities Include:

• Spark Tank – A biannual pitch competition where students present business or product ideas to entrepreneurs and compete for cash prizes.

• Maddalone Wall of Success – Celebrates Siena alumni entrepreneurs whose success inspires future Saints, located in the Stack Center.

• Civitella Entrepreneurial Awards – Annual awards honoring Siena-affiliated and community entrepreneurs who reflect Siena values and make a positive impact.

• Entrepreneurship Club – Connect with faculty and staff who have real-world startup experience and explore what it means to be your own boss.

These opportunities help Siena students build entrepreneurial skills, confidence, and connections that support long-term success.

Undergraduate research gives students the opportunity to work closely with faculty while strengthening skills in inquiry, analysis, communication, and teamwork. Research experiences help students gain independence, learn from challenges, and develop confidence as critical thinkers.

Why Participate in Research?

• Build intellectual skills such as inquiry, analysis, and understanding primary literature

• Learn how to ask meaningful questions and work toward solutions

• Gain independence and resilience when navigating challenges and setbacks

• Collaborate closely with faculty mentors

• Participate in research within your major or explore topics outside your discipline

• Engage in research during the academic year and summer

• Receive funding support for conference travel through our Center for Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity. 

How to Get Involved

• Visit the webpages of departments in your major or topics that interest you

• Review faculty bios to learn about their research areas and specialties

• Reach out to faculty via email to schedule a conversation about their work

• Ask about available research opportunities within their research groups

Research at Siena empowers students to explore ideas, build expertise, and engage deeply in the process of discovery.

Study abroad EXPL opportunities allow business students to gain global experience while earning academic credit. These programs through our Center for International Programs combine professional development with international exposure to prepare students for a global marketplace.

Study Abroad Programs for Business Students

Semester Programs:

• London Internship Program

• Sydney Internship Program

• UNYP Prague

Summer Programs:

• Any internship abroad for academic credit in a business-related field

Eligibility Requirements

• Minimum 3.0 GPA for internship programs

• Good academic and social standing

• Must be a junior to participate in internship abroad programs

Program Costs & Financial Support

• Semester abroad students pay normal Siena tuition

• Summer programs are an out-of-pocket expense

• Scholarships are available to help support study abroad participation

Studying abroad at Siena gives business students the opportunity to build professional skills, gain international perspective, and stand out in today’s global workforce.