Get Involved

Get involved by receiving training to help prepare yourself and others in any emergency situation.

Internships with UCF Emergency Management

The Department of Emergency Management internship program at the University of Central Florida provides students with invaluable hands-on experience in emergency management and disaster response. This program is designed to bridge academic knowledge with real-world application, offering participants opportunities to engage in critical projects, collaborate with professionals in the field, and develop essential skills. Interns will gain insight into the complexities of emergency preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation,  while creating a foundation for a career in emergency management. Through mentorship and practical experience, the program aims to cultivate the next generation of emergency managers.

Eligibility Criteria

The Department of Emergency Management internship program is open exclusively to students majoring or minoring in Emergency Management at the University of Central Florida. By limiting the program to those dedicated to emergency management, our goal is to foster a specialized learning environment where interns can gain relevant experience which enhances their academic journey and supports their professional aspirations. 

Emergency Management Student Association

The Emergency Management Student Association seeks to bridge the gap between Emergency Management from a classroom perspective and Emergency Management in the real world. We give students access to many resources including hands-on experience and networking opportunities within the field of Emergency Management.

Get an Emergency Management degree from UCF

BA/BS in Emergency Management is designed to prepare future emergency management leaders through the development of various core competencies including: resilience, hazard mitigation and analysis, disaster response and recovery, emergency preparedness and planning, fiscal management, communication, intergovernmental administration, geographic information systems, legal and ethical decision making, cultural competency and diversity, and general emergency management.