T h e I n s a n d O u t s o f I n t e r n s h i p s

1. TheInsandOutsofInternships

2. Considering an Internship?

4. An intern is… • A student or a recent graduate undergoing supervised practical training. • An internship is an opportunity to integrate career related experience into an undergraduate education by participating in planned, supervised work.

5. cooperative education • practicum • externship • apprenticeship and Clinical experience, student teaching

6. Internships Vary Across the University • Paid or unpaid • Required or optional • Credit or no credit • 5 hours a week to 40 hours a week: full-time or part-time • During the Summer, Fall or Spring Semesters • Off campus or on

7. It's hard to land a job without having done the job. • Internships are not only a crucial way to bridge that experience gap, they've become an expectation for companies. • National Association of Colleges and Employers says employers in a recent survey reported 47.1 percent of their entry-level hires from the Class of 2014 came from their own internship programs.

8. Eligibility • Each department determines and publishes eligibility for internship credit. • Criteria may include GPA, number of hours completed or class rank.

9. Awarded during the semester that the internship is completed. • Earned in the department most clearly aligned with the experience. • Get approval BEFORE you start your internship

10. An ACADEMIC INTERNSHIP IS... • On-site learning experience • Related to student’s major/interest • Planned ahead of time • Student receives credit • Student has academic responsibilities too • Student is supervised on-site & by faculty

11. Each department will determine the grading system used • either P/F or letter grades.

12. Definitions • Cooperating Employer- organization that has agreed to participate in the internship program and whose participation has been agreed to by the department. • Faculty Supervisor - faculty member who supervises the student’s internship experience. • Departmental Coordinator - department head or person designated by same, who coordinates activities of all internships in that academic department.

13. Find your internship and discuss it with advisor • Prepare resume • Find internship • Complete paperwork

14. Locating Opportunities • Check with your academic adviser • Visit Career Services • Read Your Internship Alerts • Access websites • Attend job fairs • Contact the Chamber of Commerce of the city where you would like to work. • Network – Use Mentor Network • Design your own internship-find a company that interests you but that doesn't have an internship program

15. Each employer has its own application process • So find out that application procedure • When is the deadline? • What will the employer need from you to make your application complete? • Start early.

16. Procedures to get Signed-up • Submit an application for internship participation to the faculty supervisor or Departmental Coordinator. • Register and pay tuition and fees in the semester in which the internship is being completed. • IF you will be away for fall or spring semester, notify the University

17. During the Internship, you will typically… • Submit progress reports to the faculty supervisor • Submit an evaluative final report • Write/present additional assignments and/or specific on-site projects • Participate in seminar(s) to exchange ideas and experiences between fellow interns and faculty

18. Employers expectations? The Internship is a Two-Way Assessment Street • An internship is a great opportunity to get experience in your field, learn about a company, and get a better understanding of what you want to do after graduation. • An internship is a working interview. Management sees how you fit into the culture and how well you can do the job. Be cautiously aware of your actions and behavior.

19. It is a 2 way street • Be On Time (Early!) • Work Hard • Ask Questions (Tap into resources on your own first) • Meet Deadlines (Beat Them) • Communicate Professionally • Show Confidence (No Arrogance) • Don’t Complain • Learn New Things • Be Humble

20. Look Professional, Be Professional • Every place of employment has its own dress code. • Don't be afraid to ask your manager about the clothing expectations so you can dress for success on the first day. • At the job: Business casual can often be misunderstood, so avoid jeans, mini-skirts, shorts, leggings, visible undergarments, or flip flops.

21. Practice First Day Logistics • Reach out, introduce yourself and take initiative to connect with your manager to fine-tune those first day details. Questions to ask: -What time are you expected to arrive? -What will your hours be? -Where is the office located? -Where should you park? -Check your driving route -When checking in at security, who should you ask for? -Is there an on-site cafeteria, or should you plan to pack a lunch/eat out?

22. Be Realistic • Pay attention to details during training (take notes!) and when completing your new hire paperwork. • The sooner you get through the boring, but necessary, paperwork and understand your job responsibilities, the sooner you will be empowered to do your best.

23. Remember , Internships make you employable!