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Interning in Los Angeles this summer? Come stay with us!
Interning in Los Angeles this summer? Come stay with us!
Oxy (that's shorthand for Occidental College) welcomes LA-bound interns to spend the summer with us. You'll enjoy the best of both worlds: Oxy's small campus provides an affordable, clean, and laid-back home-base while you take care of business on weekdays. When you're ready to unwind, our hip urban location offers easy access to every epic scene Los Angeles has to offer. Whether your goal is an in-depth comparison of authentic ramen noodles, or to visit every beach in LA (impossible!), living at Oxy puts it all within reach.
Affordability, privacy, convenience... we've got options to meet all your needs. Choose from 5 room types in 2 residence halls. All rooms are air-conditioned and fully furnished with the basics plus a microwave and mini-fridge. All housing includes access to lounges, free laundry, and plenty of free parking. All housing packages include 7 or 14 meals per week
Bell-Young Hall is a traditional style residence hall that offers affordability without compromising comfort.
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Looking for privacy? Berkus Hall is your answer.
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Each suite includes 3 private singles + 1 bathroom.
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Lucky you… Chowhound rated our food #5 out of the top 18 campus sites, and PETA gave us an “A” on our vegan report card. The Marketplace dining room is open daily, with all-you-care-to-eat options from vegan pizza and organic salads, to street-style tacos with homemade salsa.
A Meal Plan is required (7 or 14 meals per week). Meal Plans may be used for any meal during Marketplace hours (open 7 days a week).
We have your work week in mind:
Coolest neighborhood in the WORLD? Yep… that’s what TimeOut says. Oxy is nestled on the border between the Eagle Rock and Highland Park neighborhoods of Los Angeles. You’ll be steps from York Boulevard, with its vegan cafes, live music, third-wave coffee houses, handsome cocktail spots, vintage vinyl shops, and buzzing food truck scene. Catch the Gold Line and explore all of LA… from sandy beaches and canyon hiking trails, to world-class museums and shopping galore. Still want more? How about scuba diving off Catalina Island or a weekend trip to Joshua Tree National Monument (1.5 hours away)? Los Angeles awaits you.
Occidental College does not provide transportation services. Here are some options for interns without personal vehicles:
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How do I secure a spot in housing?
First, complete the application. Applications are typically approved within 7-10 business days. If approved, you will receive a Housing acceptance email. To guarantee your space, you must pay a $500 Reservation Deposit within 7 days of receiving the email.
What is the payment schedule?
What type of payment do you accept?
We accept electronic payment only. You must make all payments using our Iris Program which allows you to make online payments with a credit card.
Do you offer payment plans?
Payment plans are not available.
What is your cancellation and refund policy?
Can I request a specific person for a roommate?
If I don’t have a roommate, do you choose for me? How is my roommate assigned?
You will specify roommate preferences on the application; we’ll use your info to identify a person(s) with compatible preferences and stay dates. Please note that we do not communicate roommate information to residents at any time.
Can I switch my room or roommate later?
Housing changes are subject to current availability. If the change is approved, you will incur a $50 change fee.
When can I check in? When is checkout?
How do I get a parking permit?
You may request a parking permit on your application, or at any time up to 14 days prior to check-in. Permits are free and are issued at check-in. You must provide the following info at check-in: Vehicle make, model, color, license plate number and state of issue.
How does my Meal Plan work?
Where are meals served?
Summer meal service takes place in the Marketplace (open every day). Meals are “all you can eat” and must be consumed in the dining room; there is no “to go” option. Your keycard will be programmed with your Meal Plan info; you must bring it to the Marketplace and swipe it for entry (or pay cash at the door).
What are Marketplace (dining hall) hours?
Can I get food via a delivery service (DoorDash, GrubHub, etc.)?
Yes! However, please note that the College uses 1 address for the entire campus. It may not be possible to arrange for delivery to a specific residence hall (every building has the same address).
Am I able to have guests visit me on campus?
Short answer is yes. For details about our, Guest Policy see the Intern Handbook.
Are housekeeping services provided?
Housekeeping service is not provided to resident rooms, or bathrooms located within your room or suite. Residents are responsible for cleaning their own rooms throughout their stay. Housekeeping service is provided to communal areas: Lounges, hallways, and communal restrooms.
Is linen provided?
No. Please bring your own pillow, bedding, and towels. Beds are size twin X-Long.
Will I have access to a kitchen?
If you live in Braun Hall you will have access to a kitchen, if you live in Berkus Hall you will not. But each room/suite has a microwave and mini-fridge.
Can I stay in my housing after my contract ends? I am willing to pay extra.
Extended stays are not available. Please have a backup housing plan if you think your stay may extend beyond your departure date.
To submit an application for Summer Intern Housing, you will need to gather info and materials in advance. Once this is done, we estimate it will take 20 minutes to complete the application form.
You will be asked to type the following information directly onto the form:
To submit your application for Summer Intern Housing, you must upload 3 files:
Here’s what you can expect:
Please note that Day means Business Day (Monday - Friday) until we our in our summer time schedule.
If your application is closed: