Hook ’Em Here
The Hook ’Em Here Paid Internship program offers exciting and enriching opportunities for undergraduate students interested in education, health and youth and community studies at the College of Education. We now offer two dynamic paid internships that provide students with valuable, hands-on experiences, practical skills and professional insights that will shape your future careers.
Hook ’Em Here Harlingen
Location: Harlingen, Texas
Eligibility: Must be a 2nd, 3rd or 4th year student enrolled in a Teacher Preparation Program or Youth & Community Studies.
Jump into a transformative, hands-on experience in the culturally rich Rio Grande Valley. The HEHH Internship places you at the center of education and community impact, working directly with students, educators, and leaders from Harlingen CISD.
What You’ll Do
- Lead academic and enrichment activities for students in real-world classroom settings
- Build meaningful relationships with mentors, educators and community leaders
- Strengthen your professional skills in classroom management, community engagement and cross-cultural communication
- Volunteer with United Way community-based nonprofits
- Explore the vibrant local community through evening and weekend activities
Hook ’Em Here Central Texas
Location: Austin, Texas
Eligibility: Open to all 2nd, 3rd or 4th year students in the College of Education.
In partnership with the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Austin Area (BGCAA), this immersive internship offers COE majors the chance to work directly with elementary and middle-school youth in a summer camp setting.
What You’ll Do
- Provide academic support, mentorship and program facilitation
- Build youth engagement skills in real-world settings
- Work closely with a BGCAA program coordinator offering professional development and instructional tools
- Explore Central Texas through visits to local heritage sites, museums and community events
Internship Details & Eligibility
Program Overview
- 18 students will be selected for HEHCTX, and 10 students for HEHH.
- In addition to receiving a salary, students in both programs will receive a $2,000 Dean’s Community Service Award stipend to cover associated travel, housing, meals and other costs.
- These internships are stand-alone experiences and do not replace any internship required by your major.
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be a currently enrolled undergraduate in the College of Education
- Must have second-year standing or higher and not be graduating before May 2027
- Minimum 2.5 GPA
- Must be available to live and work in Harlingen or Central Texas during the entirety of the program
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Applications Open: January 14
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Applications Close: February 4
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Notifications Go Out: March 5
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Please email coe-hookem@utexas.edu for additional information about the internship programs.
News
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Hook ’Em Here 2026: Interns Work, Learn and Grow (opens in a new tab)
This summer, College of Education students interned with the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Austin Area and Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District.
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Hooked on Teaching: COE’s Paid Internship Program Kicks Off its Second Year
The second cohort of Hook ’Em Here, Harlingen interns spent the summer teaching in Harlingen ISD classrooms, gaining valuable hands-on experience and directly impacting students.
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Hook ’Em Here, in Harlingen, and Beyond
COE student and aspiring teacher, Jaclyn Balli, shares her experience returning home through the College of Education’s Hook ’Em Here internship program. The program allows students to embark on an experiential learning journey while serving a Texas community in need of educators.
