My Swat son has had excellent summer opportunities and January externships as well. Swarthmore will generously (with applications, etc.) provide funds for summer programs and internships. Swarthmore really supports students and encourages them to follow their dreams and create new programs. Also it is very easy to get involved in different in campus groups. Students tend to be very involved and very passionate about what they do. They often seem to be overscheduled because the academic requirements are rigorous but they are also very committed to other activities. The school is small…that can be good and/or bad. My son finds it helpful to get off campus and volunteer/participate in the greater community to get out of the “Swat Bubble.”