Investing in Students. Strengthening Tucson.

At The Catholic University of America – Tucson, education extends beyond the classroom. Through partnerships with Southern Arizona businesses and nonprofits, students gain real-world experience, build professional networks, and prepare for meaningful careers. Grounded in the Catholic intellectual tradition, our students are formed to lead with integrity, wisdom, and a commitment to the common good.

 

 
Career Partnerships That Lead to Jobs

Every student completes three for-credit internships, connecting classroom learning with professional experience.

Students have completed 7,000+ internship hours with employers across Southern Arizona, with many internships leading directly to full-time careers. Along the way, they develop the character, professionalism, and leadership skills employers value most.

Learning from Local Leaders

Our employer partners do more than host interns. Many serve as instructors, guest speakers, mentors, and advisors, bringing current industry experience directly into the classroom. Together, they help students become ethical professionals who lead with competence, integrity, and purpose.

               
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“Teaching Catholic University Tucson students has been incredibly rewarding. They are eager to learn, committed to their professional growth, and it's been amazing to watch former students thrive in internships and even join our team at Tucson Federal Credit Union.”

Shaima Namazifard
 Vice President of Business Services, Tucson Federal Credit Union
Catholic University Tucson Instructor
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“Teaching in the Tucson program has been a meaningful way to share the front-line perspective of a modern financial executive. Connecting classroom learning to real-world decision-making prepares students to lead with both competence and responsibility.”

Christopher Fonseca
 Chief Financial Officer, Tucson Federal Credit Union
Catholic University Tucson Instructor
        
Featured Partnership: Tucson Federal Credit Union

Tucson Federal Credit Union has invested $120,000 to expand scholarships and career opportunities for Catholic University Tucson students.
The partnership includes internships, executive instructors, scholarship support, and direct employment pathways—bringing together academic excellence, professional preparation, and values-based leadership to strengthen our community.

 

Community Partners

Our students gain experience with organizations across Southern Arizona through internships, mentorship, classroom instruction, and career networking.

                  
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Become a Partner

Help prepare Tucson's future workforce.
Our partners help students develop more than professional skills—they help form graduates who lead with integrity, serve others, and contribute to the common good. Together, we are preparing the next generation of business and community leaders for Southern Arizona.

Questions?
Contact Keiran Roche, Assistant Dean, to learn how your organization can partner with Catholic University Tucson.