The following information is provided to help you find housing while you participate in internship experiences in other areas of California and across the U.S.
Housing for Interns
When looking for temporary, summer housing it’s important to do your due diligence. If considering housing at an institution, be mindful of the timeline; many on-campus housing options have applications that close in March or April, with more competitive options closing in February.
We have curated a list of resources for student housing that are presented below. Inclusion in this section is not an endorsement or recommendation by Berkeley Career Engagement or the University of California, Berkeley. Please evaluate all housing options carefully and confirm that they are suitable for your needs before entering into any agreements.
National
National Housing Information Sources
The following sources may be used to access listings of available housing nation-wide. This list is not exhaustive and is only intended to provide you a starting point in your search. Please evaluate all housing options carefully and confirm that they are suitable for your needs before entering into any agreements.
- Apartment List – Aggregated apartment listings from hundreds of sources across the country.
- Craig’s List – Contains housing listings for various cities throughout the US.
- Dwellsy.com – Rental housing search platform for college students.
- Hostelworld.com – Lists hostels throughout the US (and worldwide).
- JuneHomes.com – Offering fully furnished apartments without having to lock into a long-term lease.
- Sublet.com – Apartment rentals, sublets, houses, and rooms for rent in major US cities.
- Zumper – Map-based search for home & apartment rentals with real-time updates. Also available on iOS & Android.
- Trulia – Search rooms & apartments for rent by location.
New York City, NY
New York City Student Housing
The following locations offer short-term housing options for interns and students in New York City in dormitories and other shared living arrangements. Please evaluate all housing options carefully and confirm that they are suitable for your needs before entering into any agreements.
- Educational Housing Services (EHS) – A top housing resource for NYC interns offering 7 residences throughout Manhattan & Brooklyn. Students who reserve housing with Educational Housing Services for summer will receive special rates.
For promo code visit: https://find.studenthousing.org/calberkeley - NYU Summer Housing Information – NYU housing options are open to non-NYU students during the summer.
- Homestay, New York – Arranges for a variety of housing options for students.
Washington, D.C.
Washington, D.C. Student Housing
The following locations offer short-term housing options for interns and students in Washington, D.C. in dormitories and other shared living arrangements. Please evaluate all housing options carefully and confirm that they are suitable for your needs before entering into any agreements.
- George Mason University – Dormitories, apartments, and townhouses available for summer interns.
- George Washington University – Summer Housing Opportunities – A variety of options for on-campus housing arrangements.
- Georgetown University – Summer Intern Housing on the Hilltop. Single or shared rooms in a shared apartment.
- International Student House of Washington DC – Dormitory-style housing.
- The Washington Intern Housing Network – Fully furnished intern housing. Free to apply.
- Washington Intern Student Housing (WISH) – Shared housing; fully furnished, linens, household supplies, all utilities included; in various convenient locations in Washington DC.
Chicago, IL
Chicago, IL Student Housing
The following location offers short-term housing options for interns and students in Chicago, IL in dormitories and other shared living arrangements. Please evaluate all housing options carefully and confirm that they are suitable for your needs before entering into any agreements.
- University Village – Affordable summer housing in furnished apartments for interns, located in Thomas Beckman Hall at the University of Illinois, Chicago.
- University Center – Offers flexible, fully furnished, private or shared layouts for summer housing solution in the heart of downtown Chicago.
- Loyola University, Chicago – Dorm style housing through Loyola’s Department of Conference Services located in the Rogers Park and Edgewater neighborhoods of Chicago.
- School of the Art Institute of Chicago – SAIC offers summer housing located in the heart of the city directly across from the Chicago Theatre. Furnished with private bath, kitchenette, refrigerator, microwave, stove, etc.
Seattle, WA
Seattle, WA Student Housing
The following location offers short-term housing options for interns and students in Seattle, WA in dormitories and other shared living arrangements. Please evaluate all housing options carefully and confirm that they are suitable for your needs before entering into any agreements.
- University of Washington – On-campus, summer intern housing located on west campus residence halls.
- Seattle University – On-campus summer intern housing with central Seattle location.
- Cornish Commons Internship Housing – Located in Downtown Seattle with easy commute to surrounding areas like Bellevue, Redmond, and Renton with nearby public transportation.
Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles, CA Student Housing
The following location offers short-term housing options for interns and students in Los Angeles, CA in dormitories and other shared living arrangements. Please evaluate all housing options carefully and confirm that they are suitable for your needs before entering into any agreements.
- UCLA Summer Intern Housing – Traditional residence halls as well as university-owned apartments, fully furnished in Westwood. If your internship is in Santa Monica, Century City, Beverly Hills, or West LA, this could be a good option.
- USC Summer Guest Housing (Cardinal Gardens) – A group of townhouse-style apartments located near the main campus and UCS Village. If your internship is in Downtown LA, the Financial District or the arts/creative spaces on the east side, this could be a good option.
- LMU Summer Guest Housing – Two bedroom, one-bath apartments come fully furnished complete with full kitchens bathrooms and living rooms. If your internship is near LAX, Culver City, or El Segundo, this could be a good option.
- CSU, Northridge Guest Housing – CSUN’s Conference Services opens its University Park Apartments, featuring full kitchens, private balconies, and access to campus amenities. If your internship is in the Burbank or Glendale area, this could be a good option.