Internship
Internship is designed to immerse students in a real-world work environment. Students will have the opportunity to work on meaningful projects, engage in problem solving activities, and be exposed to new trends and the latest technologies as well as network with professionals in the field. Internship experiences provide first-hand opportunities upon which future career choices can be based as students gain a better understanding of the relationship between theoretical concepts and their practical application.
Students are reminded that coordinating the requirements for an internship requires prior planning.
The typical internship student is a junior or senior with some course work completed in their major and seeks an in-depth, practical experience in their field of study. Students may also explore an internship unrelated to their major as an elective course. Internship is a three credit, 90 to 100 hour experience and is generally unpaid. Most students will participate in one internship. (Students interested in an expanded, multi-semester work experience should consider our Cooperative Education Program.)
Students must receive written permission from the Internship Coordinator or Program Chair at least 60 days prior to their expected internship start date.
Upon receiving written approval, a student should complete the official registration procedure with the Office of the Registrar. Tuition and fees are the same as standard course tuition. Internships/field placements are graded on a satisfactory/unsatisfactory basis. A minimum 2.5 cumulative grade point average is required to be eligible for internships/field placements. A maximum of 15 credits may be earned through internship/field placements and may be used towards residency credits.