What is Intern Housing?
Intern Housing is a safe, affordable, and convenient, temporary housing option available to current students at colleges/universities across the country who are completing internships in the Charlotte area.
Who is eligible for Intern Housing?
Interns must be 18 years old, be enrolled at any college/university during the spring 2025 semester, and participating in an internship, co-op, or job in Charlotte or surrounding area during the summer.
Where will interns live on campus?
For summer 2025, Intern Housing will be located in Martin Hall and Miltimore Hall. Virtual tours of intern housing options are available here.
How many people live in Intern Housing?
Space for Intern Housing is limited to approximately 500 students split between Martin and Miltimore Halls.
Where is UNC Charlotte located?
The campus address is 9201 University City Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28223. UNC Charlotte is located in northeast Charlotte, conveniently off North Tryon, I-85 and I-485. Our campus is less than 10 miles and approximately 20-30 minutes from Center City (Uptown) by car, and is directly connected to Center City by the Lynx Light Rail Blue Line Extension, making commuting to internships very convenient! Click here for a campus map.
Is UNC Charlotte safe?
Yes. University Police and Public Safety is a fully authorized state police agency, providing both police and security services to a campus of 30,000 students, faculty and staff. Officers patrol the campus and are available to respond to calls 24 hours a day. In an emergency situation affecting the safety of University residents or property, the police can be notified at 704-687-2200.
UNC Charlotte has installed over 300 "blue light phones" throughout the campus. These phones connect directly to the Police and Public Safety Department and may be used at any time. In addition, interns are encouraged to download the LiveSafe app on their smartphone, which can directly connect to UNC Charlotte Police and Public Safety, receive important safety updates, and report any suspicious behavior.
Intern Housing residents will be residing in a highly populated environment and need to exercise basic precautions to enhance their safety. The University encourages all persons to keep room doors locked at all times; travel in groups from location to location, especially at night; ensure outside doors are secure; use lighted sidewalks; and report any and all suspicious happenings/persons to Housing staff and/or Police and Public Safety.
Will I be considered a UNC Charlotte student?
Though you will not officially be a UNC Charlotte student, you may have access to many of the same resources as UNC Charlotte students, such as getting a UNC Charlotte ID, purchasing a UNC Charlotte parking pass or gym membership, and access to dining facilities, mail center, and on-campus events.
Is Intern Housing available during the academic year?
No. Intern housing is not available outside of the summer months.
How do I apply?
Apply online via the Intern Housing application. Your application is not complete until the $100 non-refundable application fee is paid and the application is submitted. Applications are processed on a first-come, first-served basis. Please do not wait to apply.
When will the application close? Will space fill up?
The application will close once all space is filled. Space fills up quickly and interns are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible. If you have specific housing or roommate requests, please submit your application early.
How does the waitlist work?
Once space is filled, a waiting list will be generated, which typically occurs in early March. You must fully fill-out the questions on the application AND see that your status is marked as “waitlist.” An application status that only says “created” DOES NOT mean you are on the waitlist.
Waitlisted applicants will be contacted via email if a space becomes available. Waitlisted applicants will be contacted in the date order that applications are received. Waitlisted applicants will not pay the $100 non-refundable application fee until they are taken off the waitlist. If you are contacted about getting off the waitlist, you will be given a deadline to pay the non-refundable application fee before your spot is given to the next person on the waitlist. If it is not paid by the deadline, your application will be cancelled.
Do I have to set up an account to apply?
Yes. In order to access the application, you will need to create an account. You will also use this account throughout your time on campus to access and pay your invoice. On your application, you must use a valid .EDU email from your college or university.
I'm being asked to enter a "code." What is the code to access the application?
The code is CLTintern25.
How do I request a roommate? Who will I live with?
On the application, there is an option to request a roommate. Every effort is made to honor roommate requests if:
- all roommates have completed applications (including the application fee)
- all requests are mutual
- space is available
For those who do not enter names for roommate preferences, we try to match interns up by things they have in common such as internship company, internship field, home university, etc. Per the UNC System policies that our university must abide by, all units are single-sex.
The University will not accommodate roommate requests based upon a preference for or against a certain race, color, age, religion, sexual orientation, actual or perceived gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, political affiliation, veteran status, or genetic information.
Additionally, predicting the lifestyle habits of residents is impossible. Therefore, we cannot match you with someone based on such preferences such as how clean they are, what time they wake up or go to bed, etc. After all roommates within your unit have checked in, you will be able to discuss personal habits and complete a roommate agreement.
When will I receive my room assignment and roommate names?
Room assignments and roommate names will be sent out mid May.
My internship doesn’t start until…. My internship ends on…. What do I do?
Interns can select check in and checkout dates that work for them as long as they are within our opening and closing dates (May 18 - August 2). You will only pay for the nights you occupy the space starting on your check in date.
Can I stay past August 2?
No. We cannot offer an extension to stay past Saturday, August 2, in order to prepare spaces for incoming UNC Charlotte students who are moving in the same weekend. Any interns still on campus will need to move out by 12:00PM NOON on Saturday, August 2.
If your internship ends after August 2, you will need to find alternative housing arrangements. Sometimes internships will allow their interns to work remotely for the final week. Some interns book a hotel or book through a 3rd party home rental service. We are aware this is not the most convenient option, but it tends to still be the most cost effective option for interns on a budget.
How do I change my dates?
You can change your check in or checkout date until April 30th, and only if the space is available. After that, all date changes must be approved by Housing and Residence Life to ensure we can accommodate your request and to discuss how it will affect your balance. Requests for date changes can be sent to hrlconferences@charlotte.edu or updated by logging back into your application.
What are the legal obligations and policies regarding Intern Housing?
Completing the Intern Housing application indicates that you have read and agreed to the terms of the contract. Your application commits you to payment for lodging and agreeing to abide by all University of North Carolina at Charlotte campus policies and Housing and Residence Life policies. A copy of the 2025 Summer Intern Housing Contract can be found here.
How do I cancel my application?
If you decide at some point that you won’t need housing, you must cancel your Intern Housing contract promptly so we can serve those on the waitlist.
To cancel your application, email hrlconferences@charlotte.edu
As a reminder, the application fee is non-refundable. If an intern chooses to cancel their application after arrival, the intern will be responsible for a minimum of 2 weeks regardless of actual length of stay.
How do I request special housing accommodations?
To submit a request for special housing accommodation, please email hrlconferences@charlotte.edu to initiate that process.
I have a pet, Service Animal, or ESA. Can I bring it with me?
Intern housing can only accommodate Service Animals and Emotional Support Animals (ESAs) with the appropriate documentation. If you would like to receive accommodation to bring a pet or service animal to campus, complete the ESA Request Form and submit it via the Disability Services online portal - you will need your UNC Charlotte credentials before you can submit the form. See question “What do I need to do before I check in?” in the next section.
Is there an application fee and what does it cover?
There is a $100 non-refundable application fee to reserve your space.
How much does Intern Housing cost?
A 2-person / 2-bedroom Suite without an in-unit kitchen is $31.00* per person, per contracted night.
A 4-person / 4-bedroom Apartment without an in-unit kitchen is $33.00* per person, per contracted night.
*Enrolled UNC Charlotte students and/or students interning with a UNC Charlotte department may qualify for special rates. Please contact hrlconferences@charlotte.edu for more information.
What does the cost of Intern Housing cover?
Housing rates are inclusive, covering all costs for room rent, utilities, laundry facilities, cable TV, and internet. However, it does not cover parking expenses, gym membership or dining.
If I’m on the waitlist, do I still have to pay the application fee?
Waitlisted applicants will not pay the application fee unless a space becomes available to them. You will be given a deadline to pay the non-refundable application fee before your spot is given to the next person on the waitlist. If it is not paid by the deadline, your application will be cancelled.
What is my total balance?
Interns will see their balance at time of application and can review their balance by logging back into their application portal at any time.
When is payment due for Intern Housing?
Interns may pay the entire invoice at the time they submit their application or make regular payments based on their own schedule. However, full payment is due by NO LATER than July 15, 2025 or the intern’s checkout date, whichever comes first.
Failure to pay could result in removal from Intern Housing, as well as notification to your internship and/or host institution. If an intern chooses to cancel their application after arrival, the guest will be responsible for a minimum of 2 weeks regardless of actual length of stay.
How do I pay?
Payments are made online through your Intern Housing Application.
Move-In Resources
Housing and Residence Life is currently working with our campus partners to finalize dining, parking, and photo submission instructions for Summer Interns. Once those details have been finalized you will receive them via email before you arrive. Those documents will also be updated here.
2025 Intern Welcome Packet and Information Guide (link to come)
Where do I go for check in?
Check in and checkout will take place at your assigned residence hall.
What time can I check in?
You can check in on your arrival date between 12:00PM (Noon) - 5:00PM.
Will anyone help me move in?
You are welcome to bring friends or family with you to help you move in. But UNC Charlotte staff does not move belongings in for residents. You will need to bring your own moving carts, wagons, hand trucks, etc.
What time do I need to checkout?
Intern Housing closes in both buildings on Saturday, August 2 at 12:00 PM. You will need to be completely moved out with keys returned by then, or by your checkout date, if it is sooner.
What do I need to do before I check in?
- Verify your check in and checkout dates are correct.
- Complete the Housing Informational Form to get your University account set up.
- Set up your UNC Charlotte credentials. Go here and select "Activate Account" to create a password and Double authentication method.
- Check your UNC Charlotte email account. You can access your Charlotte email account at my.charlotte.edu
- Complete the online photo ID submission for your UNC Charlotte ID which will allow you mobile access into your building. (Interns must complete the Housing Informational Form and receive a UNC Charlotte ID number before they can generate a mobile ID).
- Download the Transact eAccounts app from our smartphone’s app store and set up your 49er Mobile ID. You will not be able to check in unless Mobile ID has been setup. Please note if your home university uses the Transact eAccounts app, you may need to temporarily remove your home university’s ID from your app to add the UNC Charlotte ID.
- Check out our Packing List and Prohibited Items pages to decide what to pack.
- Contact your roommates to coordinate who will bring what.
- Submit any medical or ESA accommodation requests for your housing needs.
- Coordinate purchase of a parking permit. You will need to use your UNC Charlotte credentials to request a permit
How do I access my UNC Charlotte email account?
To set up your UNC Charlotte credentials. Go here and select "Activate Account" to create a password and Double authentication method. Once your account is set up, go to my.charlotte.edu to access your email account. You can also add it to your mobile device by following these instructions.
Do I need a parking permit for my vehicle?
Yes. Parking on campus requires a permit or payment of visitor parking fees whenever the University is open (weekdays from 5:00 AM Monday until 10:00 PM Friday). Parking in specialty reserved spaces without valid permission may result in a parking ticket at any time.
Housing and Residence Life and the Summer Intern Housing program do not determine permit prices, coordinate the purchase of, or collect/receive any funds intended for purchasing parking permits. Transactions related to the purchase of permits occur directly between the intern and Parking and Transportation Services (PaTS). All vehicles brought on campus must receive parking rights by PaTS.
How do I purchase a parking permit?
Interns will be able to purchase a permit after receiving a UNC Charlotte ID number and email login. You will be able to do this in April on the PaTS website here. Permits will not sell out. Permit rates for Summer 2025 are as follows:
- Purchased in May $144
- Purchased in June $96
- Purchased in July $48
What if my internship is paying for my parking permit?
When completing the parking permit application, you will select to have the parking permit “Invoiced.”
What do I need to know about parking on campus?
- PaTS uses license plate recognition technology to verify permits.
- You CANNOT back into OR pull through parking spaces unless you have license plates on the front AND back of your vehicle. Doing so without a front license plate will result in a parking citation.
- All parking communication will be sent to your UNC Charlotte email account, including parking citations. Please check your UNC Charlotte email account regularly.
- Need to park near the building to load or unload? For short-term loading/unloading, call 704-687-0161 and give your vehicle information and location. In most cases you will be provided with 15 minutes. Failure to do this could result in a parking citation.
- Information about Visitor Parking can be found here.
- Please be sure to check out the Parking and Transportation Services Website on locations where you are approved to park, citations, etc.
- The University assumes no liability or responsibility for damage or theft to any Vehicle or Mobility Device parked in or on University properties subject to the jurisdiction or control of the Board of Trustees.
What is the Light Rail?
The Light Rail on the LYNX Blue Line Extension directly connects UNC Charlotte to Center City (Uptown Charlotte). The light rail takes community members from the UNC Charlotte Main Station to Center City in about 30 minutes with departures and arrivals about every 10 minutes.
The light rail operates along 18.6 miles, from the UNC Charlotte Main Station to I-485 at South Blvd. With 26 stations, including 11 park-and-ride locations, the LYNX Blue Line provides a congestion-free commute with a consistent travel time.
Can Interns use the Light Rail?
Yes! The light rail is a major perk for the UNC Charlotte community, especially interns who come to Charlotte without a personal vehicle. Most interns will use the Light Rail to commute to and from their internships. It is extremely convenient for all interns, especially those who have internships in Uptown Charlotte.
How do I purchase a CATS Transit Light Rail pass?
Interns will be able a CATS Transit Light Rail pass after receiving a UNC Charlotte ID number and email login. You will be able to do this in April on the PaTS website here. Passes will not sell out. The cost of the pass is $50 for the summer.
What if my internship is paying for my CATS Transit Light Rail pass?
When purchasing the CATS Transit Light Rail pass, you will select to have it “Invoiced.”
What other transportation options are available?
Niner Transit Bus Service is UNC Charlotte’s on campus bus system. Niner Transit buses are fare-free and operate every day except select holidays when the University is closed. Niner Transit buses continue to run throughout the summer on a modified schedule. Click here to learn more about the Niner Transit Bus Service.
Lime e-scooters and bike rentals - Simply download the Lime app to set up your new account with your @charlotte.edu email address. Users with existing Lime accounts must sign in with their Charlotte email to receive reduced-rate pricing. Click here for more information about Charlotte’s Lime e-scooter and bike rental program.
What on campus dining options are available?
There are two dining halls and multiple fast food retail chains on UNC Charlotte’s campus. On campus dining options and hours can be checked here. Please note that summer dining hours are limited.
Can interns purchase a meal plan?
Meal plans are not currently available for interns. However, all dining locations take credit/debit card payments.
I’m in a Miltimore 2x2 suite, where will I cook and store food?
Interns staying in a Miltimore 2x2 suite can cook and store food in community kitchens on each floor. There are 2 community kitchens with full sized appliances on each floor in Miltimore Hall. Housing and Residence Life is not responsible for food stored in communal kitchens.
You are welcome to bring your own minifridge to store in your room as well. Microfridges are not available to rent to the intern housing program for the summer.
Can I use the University gym or recreational facilities?
Interns interested in a gym membership may purchase one directly from University Recreation. Please bring your UNC Charlotte ID to the gym and inform the staff working that you are part of the UNC Charlotte Intern Housing program. The Summer 2025 gym membership is $50.
Please note that interns must adhere to all UREC Policies, including policies regarding prohibited articles of clothing including tank tops.
How do I connect to internet and cable?
- Internet information: Apogee is the internet service that provides 100 Mbps download speed and 50 Mbps upload speed.
- For hard wired connection, you will need a RJ-45 Ethernet cable to connect to the wall jack.
- For WiFi connection, you will need to create an account in order to access the Internet. Instructions for how to set up an account can be found here. The creation of accounts not only secures our network, but it allows you to manage which of your devices have access to the Internet.
- Wireless routers are not needed to connect to the wireless Internet.
- Using a personal wireless router will not help with Internet speed and will interfere with building wireless signals.
- Personal routers are not allowed.
- Cable TV information: Apogee is the cable TV service within residence halls and a list of channels can be found here. You must provide your own TV and cable cord.
How do I get something repaired in the room during my stay?
You can submit a maintenance request, or if it requires service after hours, contact the Housing 24 hr Desk at 704-687-5576.
- Interns in Miltimore call Belk Hall at 704-687-5576
- Interns in Martin call Martin Hall at 704-687-6131
Where can I do laundry?
Access to laundry is free and available in all buildings. You are responsible for providing your own detergent. Miltimore Hall has laundry rooms on each floor. Martin Hall has in-unit washers/dryers.
What is my campus address?
The address format for all of our buildings is:
Intern Name
Miltimore Hall or Martin Hall Room # ___
9201 University City Blvd.
Charlotte, NC 28223
Do not use the building’s physical address for mail/packages.
Where do I pick up mail?
All mail is picked up from secure holding areas provided by Mail and Package Services which will be temporarily relocated to the Popp Martin Student Union (#0069 on the campus map) through summer 2025. Interns will be notified via their UNC Charlotte email that their mail awaits pick-up and how it can be picked up.
I'm locked out, what do I do?
If you are locked out of your room, a temporary key (called a loan key) may be issued according to the following directions:
- Go to the Loan Key Desk appropriate to your building:
- Interns in Miltimore go to: Belk Hall, 704-687-5576
- Interns in Martin go to: Martin Hall, 704-687-6131
- To check out a loan key, you must be able to present a valid photo ID or answer security questions.
- Use the key to gain entry to your room. You must return the loan key immediately after use. If you do not return it within the stated time frame given during issuance of the loan key, you will be charged for a lock change.
- When you return the key, you must present a valid picture ID and show your permanent key/card. The $5 loan key charge will be posted to your Iris Application account within 5-10 business days.
If you lost your keys or if they are stolen, it is extremely important that you notify Housing and Residence Life right away. University policy requires an immediate lock change for the security of residents.
Please note that you may be subject to, and responsible for the payment of the following charges which will be added to your application portal to be paid online:
- Loan key service: $5 (each time)
- Lock change for lost, stolen, or damaged keys: up to $130
- Lost/damaged temporary building access card: $10
I’m having issues with my roommate. Can I switch?
It is normal to sometimes have conflict with your roommate. If you need support, check out this resource page, contact your RA to discuss a roommate agreement, or contact the Residence Education Coordinator of your building. Their office is located in the main lobby of the building.
What are fun things for Interns to do in Charlotte?
There are endless possibilities to explore all Charlotte has to offer! Charlotte and the surrounding area is home to many amazing restaurants and over 50 breweries (for those 21+). Some popular area attractions include:
Arts and Culture: Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Blumenthal Performing Arts , Discovery Place Science Museum, Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts + Culture, Mint Museum, Charlotte On-Campus Movie Theater.
Music, Food, and Festivals: Avidxchange Music Factory, PNC Music Pavilion, Spectrum Center arena, Speed Street Festival, Taste of Charlotte Food Festival, Optimist Hall.
Outdoors and Adventure: Crowders Mountain State Park, U.S. National Whitewater Center, Lake Norman. UNC Charlotte's campus also has one of the city's many amazing greenway trails perfect for biking, running, walking, etc.
Sporting: Carowinds Amusement Park, Charlotte Motor Speedway, MiLB Charlotte Knights at the BB&T Ballpark, NASCAR Hall of Fame, Sullenberger Aviation Museum.
Shopping: Charlotte Premium Outlets, Concord Mills, SouthPark Mall, Birkdale Village and many more amazing local shops and boutiques.
- The University of North Carolina at Charlotte
- UNC Charlotte Parking and Transportation Services
- UNC Charlotte Police and Public Safety
- UNC Charlotte University Recreation and Fitness Centers
- UNC Charlotte Dining Services
- City of Charlotte/Mecklenburg County
- Charlotte Chamber of Commerce
- Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) UNC Charlotte is serviced by the #11 and #29 routes as well as the Lynx Blue Line Extension
- Charlotte Observer Newspaper
Please contact hrlconferences@charlotte.edu if you have any questions or concerns.