Internships
Internships provide the student with a practical experience in a professional setting representing the student's field of study. Students may participate in internship programs through the Career Development office or through their academic department. Career Development oversees non-credit-bearing internships (those not eligible for course credit). To participate in non-credit-bearing internships, students must meet minimum requirements and seek opportunities with support from Career Development. More information is available from the Career Development office.
Credit-bearing internships require enrollment in a concurrent course. 40 contact hours are expected for each semester credit hour granted. Admission into an internship program is subject to the approval of the department in which the internship will be completed. Interested students should contact the department chair of their major discipline for information. Applications are available at the registrar’s office and from the chair of the department. To receive credit for an internship, a student must apply, be approved, and register before the work begins. The approved University application is due in the registrar’s office 15 days before the beginning of the term in which the internship will take place. Students should contact the appropriate department chair for specific information. Placement is overseen by the supervising faculty member in the department in which the internship will be completed. Students will not initiate their own internship placements unless directed to do so by the department. Retroactive credit will not be granted.