Internships

Download the Academic Internship Program: Policies and Procedures Manual

Download the Fall 2011 Addendum

Evaluation Forms: Student, Employer Midterm, Employer Final, Faculty

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT THE ACADEMIC INTERNSHIP PROGRAM:

• Internships are available in virtually every major course of study.
• You are eligible to participate if you have completed 60 credits (junior status) and have at least a 2.5 GPA. Credit for certain internships may be available if you have completed 45 credits (second semester sophomore status) and have at least a 3.0 GPA
• Three (3) credit internships require 120 hours
• Two (2) credit, 80 hour internships are now available, subject to approval
• Internships are usually unpaid learning opportunities, in which students typically work 10-15 hours per week
• To receive credit, begin the process early (well before the semester in which you plan to enroll for credit). You must secure a position, receive faculty advisor approval and obtain and complete registration paperwork, all before the end of the semester’s drop/add period. You must register for your internship before you log hours.
• Career Planning and Development can help you find internships, navigate the registration process and make the most of your experience.
• Academic credit is awarded under the guidance of a faculty advisor.

Benefits of Internships:

• Apply classroom knowledge to the work world.
• Gain experience related to your major and interests.
• Explore possible careers and learn about career paths.
• Add real-life skills and experience to your resumes.
• Take responsibility for your own learning and create a more rewarding college experience.
• Develop job search skills such as interviewing techniques.
• Establish a network of professional contacts, mentors and references for after graduation.
• Students may pursue internships for experience, academic credit, or both. Career Planning is here to help you find opportunities related to your interests and goals.
• For a list of recent sites at which Caldwell College students have interned, click here

Make an appointment or stop by the Center for Student Success, 2nd Floor, Alumni Theatre to discuss internships, part-time jobs and full-time employment.