Intern Housing - Frequently Asked Questions

Parking is not included as a part of our rates. Ohio State University parking is owned and managed by a private company, independent of the university, called CampusParc. If you move forward with our intern housing, you'll need to set up your own parking by emailing CampusParc and letting them know you'd like to secure parking for your dates. The Lawrence Tower Residence Hall is connected to a parking garage called the West Lane Avenue Garage.

We recommend including the following pieces of information in your email to CampusParc if you are a student (of Ohio State University or any other collegiate institution):

1) Mention that you are a college student. Students, even those who do not attend The Ohio State University, are eligible for student rates, which are cheaper. 

2) Mention that you are a student intern, staying in housing sponsored by the Office of Student Life at The Ohio State University. 

3) Ask for the permit, and mention that you will be staying in OSU housing.  

Our intern housing season runs from May 11th to August 3rd, 2025.

For summer 2025 on the Columbus campus, we will be utilizing 2 types of housing.

Option 1: A standard dorm room without a kitchen includes beds, desks,  desk chairs, window coverings, trash can/recycle bin, closet or wardrobe unit, and refrigerator/microwave unit. Residents will have access to a communal kitchen in the residence hall equipped with a sink, stove, oven, fridge, and microwave, though cooking accessories must be provided by the residents. Bathroom arrangements vary by residence hall; some rooms include a private bathroom that is cleaned only before move-in and after departure, while others use communal bathrooms with individual locking stalls (typically 4-8 per floor), which are cleaned daily by the cleaning service.

Option 2: Residence hall with Kitchen offers spacious accommodations with all the comforts of home. Rooms are fully furnished and include beds, desks, desk chairs, window coverings, trash/recycling bins, and closet or wardrobe units. Each room features a refrigerator, sink, microwave, stove, oven, and ample storage space for cooking and dining needs. A cozy living room, complete with a couch, provides a comfortable space for relaxing or socializing. Residents also enjoy the convenience of a private bathroom, ensuring a sense of privacy and comfort. This setup is perfect for those seeking a more independent living experience.

• Interns assigned to a Single Room with a Kitchen will enjoy the privacy of an individual room and bathroom. Each room is part of a shared suite setup, where the kitchen and living room areas are communal spaces, shared with one other intern. To ensure compatibility, a suitemate survey will be conducted, matching individuals based on similar habits and preferences. For example, intern placements may be arranged as follows: Ryan in Room 250A and Blake in Room 250B.
• Interns assigned to a Double Room with a Kitchen will enjoy the privacy of an individual room and bathroom within a shared suite. Each suite accommodates four interns total, with two interns per room, sharing a common kitchen and living room area. To promote compatibility, a suitemate survey will be conducted, matching individuals based on similar habits and preferences. For example, placements may be arranged as follows: Ryan and Blake in Room 250A, and Alex and Jordan in Room 250B.

Depending on the room type, intern housing costs range from $190 to $350 per week. Billing is calculated at a weekly rate and rounded up to the nearest week, meaning a stay of 10.8 weeks would be charged for 11 weeks. The rates are  $280 per week for a single standard room and $190 per week for a double standard room in Columbus. A single room in regional locations costs $350 per week, while a double room in regional locations is $235 per week. A single room in Columbus with a kitchen costs $350 per week, and a double room with a kitchen in Columbus costs $235 per week. Parking is not included, and payment is due before move-in unless special arrangements are made with Student Life Events and Conferences.

Any intern, researcher, or student not enrolled in Summer classes at The Ohio State University is eligible for our intern housing. You do not have to be an Ohio State student. Student Life Events and Conferences reserves the right to request proof of your internship (i.e. an offer letter).

Our intern housing is popular and rooms are reserved on a first-come first-serve basis. Applications are now open. Payment for your stay will be due prior to move in unless special accommodations are made with Student Life Events and Conferences.

We would be delighted to set this up for you! Please email eventsandconferences@osu.edu and a team member will work with you to get this arranged.

Payment for your stay will be due prior to move in unless special accommodations are made with Student Life Events and Conferences.

A photo ID with your name on it is all that is needed for check in.

You should bring bedding for an extra-long twin bed, any toiletries and bathroom linens, clothes hangers, and any dishes, cookware, glasses, and silverware you'll plan to use in the community kitchen.

Yes, you can request a roommate. You will share a double room. We offer a roommate-matching service, so please answer the provided questions truthfully to help us match you with someone compatible. Sharing a room will reduce your overall cost, so please refer to the rates section for more details. 

Yes. Laundry is free of charge in all of our residence halls.

Standard Dorms: There is also a community kitchen in the building as well as micro-fridges in every room (a miniature refrigerator and a microwave). The community kitchen includes a large refrigerator, oven, stovetop, and sink. You'll need to supply your cookware and utensils.

Rooms with Kitchen: This Building offers apartment-style rooms with in-room kitchens equipped with a full-size refrigerator, microwave, oven, and stove. You'll need to supply your cookware and utensils.

Yes, meal plans are available for purchase exclusively on the Columbus campus. The plans will be offered from May 28th to August 3rd, with the following options:

• Option 1: 3 dinners per week for $48.95

• Option 2: 5 dinners per week for $69.75

Yes, interns have the option to rent a linen package for $26.00. The package includes two flat sheets, a blanket, a bath towel, a washcloth, and a hand towel. Please note that each time linens are exchanged for fresh sets, there will be an additional charge of $26.00. This option is only available for the Columbus campus only.

Campus residence halls are locked 24 hours a day. To gain access, students must use their ID card to open an outside door. A guest must be escorted through any residence hall they do not live in by a resident of that hall. 

There are several preventative measures that you can take to help ensure that you have a fun and safe time on campus. 

• Lock your door, even if just going down the hall.

• Escort your guests; that way, only people who belong in the hall (residents and guests) will be there.

• Do not leave messages on your door about when you will return or where you are.

• Keep ground-level windows closed.

• Do not leave tempting valuables visible inside your parked car.

• Record serial numbers and description of valuable property. 

• Do not put your address on or attach your ID to your key ring.

• Avoid walking alone at night. Always walk in groups of two or more people.

• Always lock your car.

• Use well-lit pathways at night.

• Use the blue lights around campus when you need help. They provide a direct line to the Ohio State University Police Department.

• Call 911 if you have a serious emergency.

• Carry your ID with you at all times. The residence halls are locked 24 hours a day so you'll need it to get in.

Abandoned, lost, or stolen property:

Personal belongings left by conference participants that are removed by housing staff are treated as abandoned property and disposed of accordingly. The University shall not be liable for any damage to, or loss of, such property that may occur during such removal, storage, delivery, or disposal.

If you left something behind, please notify eventsandconferences@osu.edu immediately and provide the following information: first and last name, phone/email, building and room number (if known), conference/camp you were with, and item description. If the item is found, you will be contacted to make arrangements for pick up.

In addition to providing answers to many campus-related questions, the staff at each of our residential area desks can provide overnight guests with vacuum cleaners, carts,  and cleaning supplies.

Ride Share

Scooters

Walking

COTA

COGO Bike-Share

Amazon Lockers

Amazon lockers are available for package delivery in several locations around the Columbus campus. Select the specific locker location when placing your order on Amazon.com, then receive a pickup code once your package is delivered to the locker. Scan the barcode in the delivery confirmation email or use your Amazon app to unlock a door and retrieve your package. 

Here are the Amazon locker locations on the Columbus campus:

How to add the Amazon Locker to your Address Book:

• Go to www.amazon.com/ulp
• Put in your residence hall building name (ex: Lawrence Tower) or search 43210
• Under filter click on nearest instead of recommended
• Find locker  
• Check the box that I confirm that I have building access to this private location.  If I don't, my package will be returned to Amazon. This enables the add to address book button for the locker to be added to your address book.
• Repeat the steps to add any additional lockers to your address book