Which is better for internships, Tulane or USC?

USC has the edge for internships overall. Its Los Angeles location puts students near a huge range of industries year-round, and USC has especially deep employer pipelines in business, tech, media, entertainment, engineering, and health-related fields. The alumni network is also notably active in hiring and referrals, which matters a lot when you are looking for access rather than just postings.

Location is the biggest differentiator. At USC, students can reach major companies, startups, hospitals, studios, nonprofits, and government offices during the semester without needing to leave campus for an entire summer. That makes part-time internships during the school year much more realistic, and those often turn into stronger resumes and better follow-on opportunities.

Tulane still does well, especially if you are interested in public service, healthcare, hospitality, law, nonprofit work, or New Orleans-based community partnerships. Its emphasis on service and local engagement can lead to meaningful hands-on roles, and students often build close relationships with faculty and local organizations. But for sheer scale, variety, and ease of tapping into internships across many industries, USC is the more favorable option.