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Bethany Lutheran College Internship Program
Table of Contents
Program Overview………………………………………………………………………… 3
What An Internship Is Not………………………………………………………………... 4
Employer Responsibilities……………………………………………………………….. 5
Student Responsibilities………………………………………………………………….. 6
Faculty Internship Advisor Responsibilities……………………………………………... 7
Internship Coordinator Responsibilities…………………………………………………. 8
Working Most Effectively With Your Interns……………………………………………. 9
Effective Onboarding………………………………………………………………………10
Internship Paperwork ………………………………………………………………………11
Internship Application & Approval
Student Internship Agreement
Intern Job Description
Sample Intern Job Description
Internship Learning Contract
Sample Internship Learning Contract
Internship Hour Summary
Mid-Course Evaluation Form
Internship Site Visit Reaction Form
Site Supervisor Final Evaluation Form
Intern Final Evaluation Form
Internship Reflection Form
Journal Entry Helps
Bethany Lutheran College
700 Luther Drive Mankato, MN 56001
Phone: 507-344-7321 ● Email: [email protected]
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Program Overview
Definition of Internship An internship is a student planned and directed learning experience that provides an opportunity to integrate
academic, professional, and personal skill development. It provides students with supervised, meaningful work in a
professional setting. The internship experience involves an academic relationship between the student, faculty
advisor, internship coordinator, and the employer. Internships generally last one academic semester and may be paid
or unpaid.
Philosophy and Objectives The benefit of doing an internship is experiential learning. Internships are designed to accomplish the following
objectives:
Extend the student’s learning through direct experience in a related job or profession
Experience the demands and opportunities essential to success in the workplace
Sample career paths to determine which best fit their interests and abilities
Begin networking in the profession
The internship program benefits the student, the college, and the internship site:
The internship site benefits from the work and services of the intern. The site may become aware of new or
changing aspects of the profession and may gain insight into the kinds of training its workplace requires.
The college benefits from feedback regarding its classes and programs. It gains a supportive network of
professionals interested in the college, its work, and its graduates.
Academic Policy
Internships are available to juniors and seniors and should be in the student’s area of academic study.
Students must have a minimum 2.0 GPA and have the approval of their academic advisor.
Students must complete the three part internship workshop sponsored by the internship coordinator.
One academic credit is earned for every 45 hours per semester or approximately 1-3 hours of work per week.
A completed Learning Contract must be in place before the internship begins.
Student interns are required to meet periodically throughout the semester with their faculty internship advisor
to assess the progress of the internship.
Interns must have a site supervisor at the internship worksite with whom they meet on a regular basis.
Interns are required to complete academic and reflective work under the supervision of a Bethany faculty
member.
Required internship paperwork for fall and spring internships must be submitted to both the faculty
internship advisor and the internship coordinator by the final week of the semester in order to obtain a grade
other than an Incomplete. Paperwork for summer internships must be submitted to both the faculty internship
advisor and the internship coordinator by the second week of fall semester.
Academic credit must be awarded during the term in which the internship takes place.
It is never possible to register an internship after the site experience is complete.
Internships cannot be dropped.
Paid versus Unpaid
Bethany offers two kinds of internships for credit – paid and unpaid. Employers may view this as a good investment
because it often leads to new ideas and produces future, long-term employees. The unpaid internship is designed to
focus the learning experience on learning solely. It enables internships in the non-profit sector where pay is
impossible.
Tuition for Credit
Tuition for internship credits is the same as for other credits earned at Bethany Lutheran College. Students applying
for summer internships will be invoiced for the number of credits registered for during the summer months.
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WHAT AN INTERNSHIP IS NOT
“TIME OUT” Although an internship is usually pursued outside of the college setting, it should not be viewed as
“time-out from school to go to work.” An internship is a learning experience. Certain things are
learned more effectively through experience and internships provide that opportunity. Remember, a
grade or credit for an internship is based on what you can show you learned during the internship, not
solely on the evaluation of your performance.
AN EASY GRADE
Most students report working just as hard if not harder on their internships as they do for classes on
campus. Pursuing an off-campus internship along with several other classes creates a demanding
schedule and requires a lot of time and energy. Be careful not to plan an internship during an
otherwise “heavy” semester.
VOLUNTEER Regardless of the financial arrangements, an intern is not the same as a volunteer. An intern earns
credit or a grade based on what is learned from the internship experience. A faculty internship
advisor evaluates the quality of the learning experience. A volunteer may perform the same tasks
equally well but may or may not be self-conscious about the learning derived. As an intern, you must
be self-conscious of what you are learning and strive to meet identified learning goals in order to earn
credit or a grade.
RESIDENT EXPERT
Student interns may bring special skills, knowledge, and fresh ideas to an organization. It is not
appropriate, however, for an organization to expect an intern to be the “resident expert” or to fill a gap
in an area in which the staff lacks basic skills or knowledge. You should be supervised by a
professional staff person who has some expertise in the area in which you are working.
GO-FER An intern is not supposed to perform all the routine or uninteresting work within an organization. An
internship should be a meaningful learning experience; whether or not it is meaningful is a judgment
you must make in conjunction with your internship advisor. Most positions and projects will involve
some routine work; however, it is recommended that it be limited to twenty percent of your time as an
intern.
GUARANTEE OF A JOB OFFER
Sometimes interns are offered part or full-time employment as a result of contacts made during their
internships but there is no guarantee that an internship will get you a job. Many employers value
hiring someone who has had an internship experience; therefore, when you are competing for a
particular position in a given field, your internship may prove beneficial. The best way to gain career
and job advantages from your internship is to get to know the people you are working with in the
organization. Build an information and referral network for yourself.
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Employer Responsibilities
Bethany Lutheran College values its relationship with employers of interns. We see this as a true partnership in the
education of our students. It is important that our students have meaningful work assignments closely related to their
chosen field. The ultimate success of this program occurs when the student makes the connection between the
classroom and the workplace, and the employer develops a pool of qualified graduates ready to accept positions of
responsibility.
Each employer interested in participating in Bethany Lutheran College’s internship program must submit a
detailed job description.
It is important that the employer provide feedback to the internship coordinator on students’ response to calls
and interview performance.
Students may not begin their internship until all parties have signed and received copies of the Learning
Contract. In the event that the employer prefers a different form or has additional agreements for the student
to complete, they should contact the internship coordinator.
Negotiation of salary and benefits is left solely to the employer and the student. Bethany Lutheran College
will in no way attempt to influence negotiations.
Once the student begins the internship experience, it is the employer’s responsibility to:
Ensure a site supervisor is assigned to work with the intern
Provide orientation for the student covering the following areas:
*Facility tour and introduction to coworkers
*Worksite policies and procedures
*The organizational structure and corporate culture
Provide the student with adequate workspace including a desk, chair, telephone, supplies, and a computer
(where appropriate).
Be aware of the number of hours the student must complete at the job site to receive academic credit. The
employer is responsible for verifying the accuracy of all hours worked by the student.
The employer should watch for signs that the intern is confused or bored. As often as silence means that an
intern is busy it could also mean that they are confused and shy about telling the employer.
Ensure that the student is not required to work more hours than is stipulated in the intern agreement.
Complete the mid-term evaluation at the midpoint of the academic semester.
Communication is important. The internship coordinator requests immediate notification from the employer
should the following occur:
*Failure of a student to report for the assignment
*Excessive absenteeism
*Unexplained or continual tardiness
*Improper dress
*Uncooperative attitude
*Insubordination or any other disciplinary issues
Complete final evaluation of the student’s performance. It is asked that this form be completed in a timely
manner as it affects the awarding of the student’s final grade.
Keep in mind
The employer should identify the specific terms and conditions of employment (e.g. dates of employment as an
intern, compensation, organizational and/or reporting structure, principle duties, tasks or responsibilities, working
conditions, and any other expectations), and should discuss these with the prospective intern.
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Student Responsibilities Students interested in obtaining an internship must meet with the internship coordinator to discuss opportunities
and begin resume preparation prior to the start of the internship search. Students interested in pursuing an
internship are required to attend the internship workshops.
Steps to Beginning an Internship The initiative for all of these steps lies with the student.
1. Meet with a faculty advisor and plan which semester will be best for an internship
2. Contact the Bethany internship coordinator to indicate interest in pursuing an internship and to obtain the
necessary forms and information.
3. Complete the internship orientation workshops.
4. Locate a potential internship site through consultation with the internship coordinator, your faculty advisor or
on your own – locating an appropriate internship site is the responsibility of the student.
5. Prepare a resume, cover letter, and portfolio (if necessary) and send them to the potential internship site
6. Interview for the internship
7. Arrange with a member of your department’s faculty to serve as faculty internship advisor
8. In consultation with the faculty internship advisor develop a learning contract to be signed by the student, the
faculty internship advisor, and the site supervisor
9. Obtain all necessary signatures.
10. Register for Internship (1 – 4 credits). The registrar will not accept student registration for any internship
course without the proper paperwork signed by both the student and the internship coordinator. Internship
registration forms are available through the internship coordinator office. Registration procedures are
outlined in the Bethany Lutheran College academic catalog.
Note: All of the above must be completed before the internship is actually begun. Any hours put in at
the site prior to completion of the above steps will not count toward the internship
requirements.
During the Internship The student is responsible for representing Bethany Lutheran College in a professional manner. This can be
accomplished when the student adopts the following guidelines:
Report to the internship site/workplace on time and when scheduled.
Dress professionally and be polite, professional, and cooperative with all team members.
Show initiative, set goals, and prioritize.
Observe confidentiality.
Be aware of politics and avoid gossip.
Learn everything possible about the position and the worksite.
Contact faculty internship advisor throughout the internship to discuss progress toward attaining goals.
Take initiative in scheduling midterm site visit and evaluation.
Communicate all problems that arise during the internship to your faculty internship advisor and/or the
internship coordinator
Internship Orientation Workshops
Under the direction of the internship coordinator, students are instructed in the following:
Understand the three-way partnership (intern, college, employer) involved in an internship.
Learn the components of an internship learning contract and how to construct one.
Understand clearly the structure and requirements of Bethany’s internship program.
Discuss how to create a resume and how to apply and interview for an internship.
Gain skills for career search and personal marketing tools.
Discuss learning strategies to use during the internship.
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Faculty Internship Advisor Responsibilities
The faculty internship advisor is the first link in the chain for the student. They should begin the discussion
about the importance of the internship experience in the early years of the student’s academic career. They also
help to plan their course load to include at least one internship experience in their junior or senior year. The
faculty advisor can work one-on-one with the student to help them determine what type of opportunities best
fit their interests and abilities. It is the role of the faculty advisor to ensure that all academic goals are set and
reached in the process of the internship.
This can be accomplished by the following procedures:
The faculty advisor must approve the job description, provided by the employer. It is the faculty
advisor’s responsibility to communicate any discrepancies or inadequacies in the job description to the
student and the internship coordinator prior to agreeing to the internship.
The faculty internship advisor meets with the student, prior to the start of the internship, to complete
the Learning Contract. The document must be signed by the faculty internship advisor, the intern, the
employer, and the internship coordinator. The employer will use these objectives to develop work
tasks appropriate to learning goals.
Academic activities are used to measure the student’s worksite performance and synthesis of the
academic learning with workplace activities. These activities are used as determining factors in the
final internship grade. They may include employer assessments, journals, written or oral research
reports, presentations, examinations, class/seminar attendance, or any other academic activity deemed
appropriate by the supervising faculty advisor.
Mid-way through the internship, the faculty internship advisor will conduct a site visit. The site visit
ensures that the student is having a good learning experience and allows the faculty internship advisor
to gather any supporting information needed to assign a final grade. By request, the internship
coordinator may make this visit.
The faculty internship advisor is also responsible for determining the means of appraisal used to assess
the student’s learning and subsequent award of a grade.
Students may select a faculty member other than their academic advisor to be their faculty internship
advisor.
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Internship Coordinator Responsibilities
The internship coordinator will act as a liaison between all parties: the student, faculty internship advisor, and the on-
site supervisor/employer. The internship coordinator will be the key contact person in the student’s search for their
internship by assisting them with:
Finding internship site opportunities
Resume preparation
Communication with employers
Provide proper paperwork to all parties. The internship coordinator is the last person to sign off on all
paperwork, ensuring that all parties have approved it.
Once the student begins the internship, the internship coordinator is responsible for keeping the lines of
communication open between all parties. Any concerns faced by the student should be communicated to their faculty
internship advisor or the internship coordinator for guidance as to a further course of action. The internship
coordinator’s communications with the students are considered confidential unless otherwise stipulated by the
student. The internship coordinator cannot guarantee internship placement, but will assist in developing the skills
necessary for the student to be successful in their internship search.
Faculty communication The internship coordinator will act as a support person to the faculty internship advisor in the student’s internship. It
is the faculty internship advisor’s responsibility to aid the student in determining which direction should be taken with
their internship opportunity.
The student will ensure that the faculty advisor receives a copy of all paperwork involved with the internship set-up.
The internship coordinator serves as a starting point and a last check of all internship documents. Once the internship
has been approved, it is the responsibility of the internship coordinator to provide the necessary paperwork to all
affected parties.
Employer Communication The internship coordinator is responsible for communicating Bethany Lutheran College’s internship requirements to
all employers, making sure that the employer understands all academic expectations. This includes communicating
learning goals and objectives and academic activities created by the faculty internship advisor and student.
The Internship coordinator will be responsible for always being a resource for the employers questions or concerns.
The process begins with the attainment of the job description for the internship position and communication of this
position’s availability to the faculty internship advisors and students. All interested students will contact the
internship coordinator and the following course of action will be taken:
The internship coordinator will ensure the job description has been approved by the faculty internship
advisor prior to the student’s acceptance of the position
The internship coordinator will ensure the Learning Contract has been approved and signed by all parties
prior to the start of the work experience
The internship coordinator will ensure the receipt of the midterm evaluation.
The internship coordinator will act as a liaison between the faculty internship advisor, student, and employer
assuring that all interests are addressed and needs are met
The internship coordinator will ensure receipt of final student evaluations
The faculty advisor submits the internship grade to the internship coordinator. The internship coordinator,
upon completion of all paperwork, submits the grade to the registrar.
In the event the faculty internship advisor is unable to make the site visit, the internship coordinator will go as a
stand-in. It is up to the faculty internship advisor to notify the internship coordinator if this situation occurs.
At the conclusion of the internship, it is the responsibility of the internship coordinator to follow up with all parties
and ensure that all goals have been attained. The internship coordinator is then responsible for working with the
employer to fill future internship opportunities.
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Working Most Effectively with Your Intern
Communication Clear communication is the key to effective supervision. The following guidelines suggest how to establish a good
communication network during the internship experience.
Clarify intern’s role through the formal learning agreement: explain job responsibilities, set goals, set regular
work hours, etc.
Schedule regular meetings with the intern to discuss new and past assignments, to answer any questions, and
discuss dynamics of the organization.
Give the intern opportunity to attend meetings (staff, committee, legislative) whenever possible.
Explain to intern how decisions are made. What are options? How were conclusions drawn?
Discuss career opportunities in the field, and career paths of college graduates.
Structure and supervise the internship more highly in the beginning; ease off when times seem appropriate.
Remember: interns need to receive regular descriptive feedback on their progress. Are they meeting
expectations? Let them know.
If problems do occur, speak directly with the intern. If the supervisor is unsure how to deal with a particular
situation, then a phone call to the academic advisor is recommended as they can offer support and advice.
Rewards No rules exist in this area. Supervisors are encouraged to use creativity in rewarding interns for work well done.
Some suggestions include:
Note the intern’s name on any finished project to give them credit and recognition.
Give the intern opportunities to attend professional seminars, workshops offered in or by the organization.
Give the intern an opportunity to interview or observe in other areas of the organization.
Give the intern the opportunity to meet the administration, or board members, VIP’s or director.
Suggest how the intern could transfer their skills to other positions available.
Write about the intern in the company newsletter or have them write about themselves.
Add the intern’s name to the telephone directory sheet.
Post the intern’s picture on the bulletin board.
Recognize the intern for doing things right.
Give the intern a title other than “intern,” “student,” or “volunteer.”
Provide student with contact people known to you for help in future job hunting.
Offer a paid staff position in your agency following the internship.
Motivation Make interns feel like a member of the team.
Challenge intern and show respect for their talents and abilities.
Give intern a designated work area.
Give interns a sense of planning and involvement by hearing their ideas.
Select/organize assignments so that progress is observable for interns. Having the feeling of making a difference
is a big motivator.
Train intern for assignments.
Give constructive, descriptive criticism.
Help interns to understand their jobs in relation to other jobs.
Completion
Your agency, the college, and the intern must plan for an ending date from the beginning. It is important to
allow for realistic guidelines for completing projects and transferring them to other personnel. This prevents
incomplete work, abandoned clients, and helps to keep a time line. A good way to end the internship is by holding
some form of celebration. This is a comfortable means of recognizing the completion of the internship experience.
This way, if the student returns to visit, volunteer, or for future employment, the celebration distinguishes an
internship experience from the new experience, thus keeping rules and responsibilities clear.
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Effective Onboarding
Integrating the following suggestions into the first week of the student’s internship will assist the intern with their
transition into your company which in turn will benefit your company with a more engaged and productive intern.
Leverage existing programs - take a look at what processes are already have in place for new hires. Be sure to use
them with your intern. Make the best use of the resources you have.
Internal Overview - you intern will be highly motivated to succeed. They will want to know about the organization
they are working for. Be sure they have a chance to review your organizational charts, are provided with an overview
of products and services, and understand the company’s history, culture, values and principles. They should be
exposed to as much about the organization as possible.
Introductions (internal & external) – Don’t let the first time an intern meets a critical contact, whether internal or
external, be when they are calling upon them for professional information. Introduce the intern to those whom they
will be working with. Assist them with beginning to develop a working relationship with key individuals.
Tour of facilities – extend the new intern the courtesy of showing them around and making sure they know where
things of importance are. Be sure they are aware of the location of those they will be working with.
Social component – offer a time where the new intern(s) has the opportunity to visit with individuals in the company
on a social level. Team lunches and/or coffee breaks are not always about the food or drink. This time allows
individuals to develop relationships with coworkers.
Review calendar - reviewing a calendar within the first 2 days of the internship that outlines the entire internship
experience will assist in building confidence in your intern. They will know you’ve done your homework and that
you have planned for their arrival. Reviewing the calendar for their experience also gives the intern a road map of
where things are headed and empowers them to take the lead on getting there.
Review goals, expectations and overall intern work plan – Clearly communicate expectations. Outline what will
be expected of the intern and how success will be measured. Make sure they have a project plan of sorts to guide
them. If you prefer not to invest a lot of time in designing a detailed plan, put together a high level outline of what
they are to accomplish and make the interns first assignment to design a plan on how they will accomplish the goals.
Do not let week 1 go by without having this conversation.
Ask the intern what they are hoping to achieve this summer – This conversation should actually come before the
first day. However, having it on the first day is just a beneficial. Asking the intern what they hope to achieve
acknowledges that the internship is very much about the intern. This also allows the intern to take control of their
experience and not to wait for it to come to them.
Paying attention to a few details at the beginning of the internship will set the stage for a successful and productive
internship.
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Bethany Lutheran College Internship Program Paperwork
Internship Form Completed by Timeline for completion Sample
on Page
Application & Approval Student Intern/
Signed by Faculty Advisor Before internship begins 13
Student Internship Agreement Student Intern Before internship begins 14
Intern Job Description Internship site/
Approved by Faculty Advisor Before internship begins 15-16
Learning Contract
Student Intern, Faculty Advisor,
and Site Supervisor/
Signed by Student Intern, Faculty
Advisor, Site Supervisor, and
Internship Coordinator
Before internship begins 17-20
Internship Hour Summary Student Intern Throughout Internship 21
Mid-Course Intern Evaluation Site Supervisor Mid way through the
internship 23-24
Site Visit Reaction Form Faculty Advisor Mid way through the
internship 25
Site Supervisor’s Final
Evaluation Site Supervisor
Upon completion of the
internship 27-28
Final Intern Self-Evaluation Student Intern Upon completion of the
internship 29
Internship Reflection Student Intern Upon completion of the
internship 31
Internship Journal Student Intern
Throughout the internship,
finalized upon completion
of the internship
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BETHANY LUTHERAN COLLEGE INTERNSHIP Application & Approval Form
Section 1: Student Applicant (Please complete Section 1 and forward to your faculty advisor)
Name_______________________________________________ Date _____________________
Phone __________________________________ Email ________________________________
Class level ______________________________ Graduating ____________________________
Academic Advisor ____________________________________________ GPA _____________
Proposed Academic Internship Advisor _____________________________________________
er 20____
- -time (Hours/week desired) __________
Declared Major: _______________________ Estimated number of credits to be earned: _____
Do you, the candidate of this form, waive your right of access (as afforded under law) to the information
Student Signature ____________________________________________ Date ______________
Section 2: Faculty Academic Advisor
Please be informed that the student named above is applying for an internship. Please take a few minutes to
respond to the following questions. Information from this form may be shared with prospective site sponsors.
Please note the student’s response above regarding waiver of access.
1. Will an internship experience (as defined above) fit into the student’s curriculum plan?
2. Indicate how well you know this candidate (check one):
3. Check the most appropriate response below:
mmend this candidate for an internship
4. If you wish, please comment on any responses above and/or on the character of the student.
(Use the reverse side of this sheet, if needed)
Faculty Advisor (please print last name) _____________________________________________
Faculty Advisor Signature __________________________________ Date _________________
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Bethany Lutheran College STUDENT INTERNSHIP AGREEMENT
This is a release. Please read carefully.
Student name (please print): ___________________________________________________
Semester of planned internship (circle): fall spring summer of year: _______
Location of planned internship (city, state, country): ________________________________
Bethany Lutheran College itself does not control the way in which this educational opportunity is structured or operates. In
granting credit for this internship, Bethany affirms that, to the best of its judgment, the experience is an appropriate curricular option, and
worthy of Bethany credit but makes no other assurances, expressed or implied, about the travel and living arrangements the student has
made.
Bethany Lutheran College does not knowingly approve internship opportunities which pose undue risks to their participants.
However, any internship or travel carries with it potential hazards which are beyond the control of the College and its agents or
employees.
INSURANCE COVERAGE
I have sufficient health, accident, disability and hospitalization insurance to cover me during my internship; I further understand
that I am responsible for the costs of such insurance and for any expenses not covered by this insurance, and I recognize that Bethany
Lutheran College does not have an obligation to provide me with such insurance.
I assume full responsibility for any undisclosed physical or emotional problems that might impair my ability to complete the
experience, and I release Bethany Lutheran College from any liability for injury to myself or damage to or loss of my possessions.
PERSONAL CONDUCT
I understand that the responsibilities and circumstances of an off-campus internship may require a standard of decorum which
may differ from that of Bethany Lutheran College, and I indicate my willingness to understand and conform to the standards of the
internship site. I further understand that it is important to the success of the present internship and the continuance of future internships
that interns observe standards of conduct that would not compromise Bethany Lutheran College in the eyes of individuals and
organizations with which it has dealings, and I acknowledge the Internship Coordinator's responsibility for setting rules and interpreting
conduct for this purpose. I agree that should the Internship Coordinator decide that I must be terminated from my internship because of
conduct that might bring the program into disrepute or the internship site into jeopardy, that decision will be final and may result in the
loss of academic credit.
GENERAL RELEASE
I understand that Bethany Lutheran College reserves the right to make cancellations, changes or substitutions in cases of
emergency or changed conditions or in the general interest of the internship program.
It is further expressly agreed that the internship site and use of any and all of its facilities shall be undertaken by me at my own
sole risk and that Bethany Lutheran College shall not be liable for any and all claims, demands, injuries, damages, actions, or causes of
actions, whatsoever to me or property arising out of or connected with the internship and with the use of any and all services, or facilities
associated with the internship, whether or not sponsored by Bethany Lutheran College; and I do hereby expressly forever release and
discharge Bethany Lutheran College from any and all claims, demands, injuries, damages, actions, or causes of action, arising from or
related to any and all acts of active or passive negligence on the part of Bethany Lutheran College and/or its officers, employees, or
agents.
STUDENT SIGNATURE: ____________________________________ DATE: _______________
(If student is under the age of 18 at the time of internship)
PARENT/GUARDIAN SIGNATURE: _______________________________________
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BETHANY LUTHERAN COLLEGE
Intern Job Description
Job Title _____________________________________________________________
Company Name _______________________________________________________
Company Supervisor ___________________________________________________
Address ______________________________________________________________
Telephone _______________________________Email_________________________
Person to Contact (if different from supervisor) _______________________________
Days of the Week Needed ________________________________________________
Hours Needed ________________________________________________________
Compensation ________________________________________________________
Job Description (duties and responsibilities of intern):
Qualifications (special skills, training, education, or experience required/preferred):
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BETHANY LUTHERAN COLLEGE Sample Intern Job Description
Job Title Game Day Promotions Intern
Company Name Big Hitters Ball Club
Company Supervisor Ms. Sally Peterson
Address 581 Ballpark Lane
Mankato, MN 56001
Telephone 507-555-1212
Person to Contact (if different from supervisor)
Days Needed 8 games, 1-2 special events
Hours Needed 135 hours total
Compensation unpaid internship
Job Description (duties and responsibilities of intern):
Hand out promotional materials
Perform between inning activities
Observe planning and execution of fan relations
Creation of theme atmosphere
Qualifications (special skills, training, education, or experience required/preferred):
An understanding of marketing
Excellent verbal communication skills
Ability to multi task
High level of interpersonal communication skills
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BETHANY LUTHERAN COLLEGE INTERNSHIP PROGRAM LEARNING CONTRACT
STUDENT NAME:________________________________ Student ID # _______________ US Citizen? yes � no � Expected Yr. Grad ______ (Last) (First) (MI)
Student Address: _____________________________________________________Email: _______________________ Ph: ( )_______________ (mailing address during internship) (City) (State) (Zip)
Major: _____________________________Minor: _______________________________________ Contract for Term ___________Year______
Start Date: _____/_____/_____ End Date:_____/_____/_____ Hrs/Wk:__________ Credits:_____ Paid � Unpaid �
FACULTY ADVISOR : __________________________________________ Dept.: ________________________ Phone: (507) 344-__________
SITE SUPERVISOR: Mr.� Ms.� ___________________________________Phone:_______________________ Fax:_____________________
INTERNSHIP SITE & MAILINGADDRESS:______________________________________________________________________________
INTERNSHIP TITLE:_________________________________________ Site Website:_____________________________________________
Languages required at this site?__________________________ Level of language proficiency: Beginning Moderate Fluent N/A
Type of Site (not position): � Non-profit � Gov’t � Corporate � Arts � Educ How did you find this internship? ______________________
Learning Tasks & Strategies Learning Objectives Academic (AC)
Skill (SK)
Personal (PR)
Development
Learning Demonstrations
(Products)
Target
Date
Faculty Advisor: I agree with all components of this Learning Contract. In my judgment, the student is adequately prepared to meet the terms of the
contract, and I agree to work with the student to ensure that objectives, strategies, and learning outcomes of the internship are carried out.
Faculty Advisor Signature: ______________________________________ Email:_______________________ Date: ____________
Student: I agree with all components of this Learning Contract, will work towards the objectives, pursue the strategies, and complete the outcome
measures to the best of my ability
Student Signature: _____________________________________________ Email: ______________________ Date: ____________
Site Supervisor: I have read this Learning Contract, and attest that its components meet the standards and expectations for an internship with my
organization. I have provided a position description and agree to conduct two evaluations of the student by the deadlines stipulated by the program,
and to participate in a site visitation if requested.
Site Supervisor Signature: ______________________________________ Email:_______________________ Date:____________
Internship Program Coordinator:_________________________________________ Date: _________________
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BETHANY LUTHERAN COLLEGE INTERNSHIP PROGRAM REGISTRATION INFORMATION
COMPLETING THE LEARNING CONTRACT
You and your faculty advisor should work together to plan all aspects of your internship and complete the Learning Contract. The Learning
Contract is the most important document in your internship paperwork. If well done, it is the best guarantee that your experience will be
educational and worthwhile. So it is worth some concentrated attention. Throughout the development of your Learning Contract, be careful,
thorough, and specific.
STEPS TO COMPLETING THE INTERNSHIP LEARNING CONTRACT:
1. Get a position/job description from your site supervisor that describes your role and responsibilities as an intern.
This must be attached to your Learning Contract to register your internship.
2. Identify the key Learning Tasks involved in your internship
Refer to the internship position/job description to see what you will be doing. Select the tasks most important to your learning,
especially as they pertain to your studies and discipline, and list them in the Learning Tasks and Strategies column (the first
column). These tasks become your “learning strategies” because you will be learning by doing them.
3. For each task specify a learning objective.
Consider each task listed in the first column, and determine what you hope to learn from carrying out that task. Note this in the
Learning Objectives column to the right.
4. Categorize each learning objective.
It will clarify your planning if you sort your objectives according to the three categories below. Place the appropriate code
letters in the middle column. Is your learning in each case a matter of academics (head knowledge), or of skill development,
or of personal development?
AC Academic Learning and Application (i.e., related to the ideas, concepts, or theories of your major or minor field (s) of
study and ideas or concepts related to the Liberal Arts perspectives)
SK Skill Development (i.e., skills specific to your academic major or an occupation; and /or general skills such as oral and
written communication, critical thinking, organization, problem solving, decision making, leadership, interpersonal
relationships, technical, computer, etc.)
PR Personal Development (i.e., self-confidence, self-awareness, self-management, sensitivity and appreciation for diversity,
clarification of work and personal values, career awareness and professional development, etc.)
5. List the products of your work that will demonstrate your learning and attainment of each learning objective.
These go into the “Learning Demonstrations (Products)” column. Products may include journaling, a reflection paper, a research
paper, an essay, a poster presentation, a public presentation/performance of a project from the internship, etc. They may also
involve a collection of what you produced on the job – letters you wrote to customers or clients, posters you designed for an ad
campaign, etc. Expectations for demonstrating your learning should correspond to the number of credits earned (i.e. more should be
expected for a 4-credit than a 2-credit internship.)
6. State the Target Date by which each of the Learning Demonstrations (products) will be achieved.
7. Bring your first draft of the Contract to your Internship Advisor for comment and revision.
After this consultation, expect to revise and clarify the contract, and bring it again to your advisor for final approval.
8. Gather the needed signatures
Three are required – yours, your Internship Advisor’s, and your Site Supervisor’s. Remember that this must be done before you
start work. Any work done at the site before the contract is completed and signed does not count toward internship requirements.
REGISTRATION PROCESS
Deadlines – Fall and Spring Terms: second week of semester in which you intend to do your internship.
Summer Term: June1
Required Paperwork: a completed and signed Learning Contract, Student Internship Agreement, and a Job Description.
Routing: Bring all completed paper work to the Internship Program Coordinator for approval and signature, and then take the registration form to the
Registrar’s Office.
Relevant Policies: • No more than four internship credits may be earned at the same site (see the Internship Program Coordinator for exceptions).
• Students not eligible for academic internships: 1) Individuals on academic probation; 2) all First and Second Year Students.
• To drop or withdraw from an internship, students must obtain the faculty advisor’s signature and the signature of the Internship Program Coordinator.
• Summer registration requires summer tuition payment. Note: International students participating in a paid summer internship usually register for one
credit and apply for Curricular Practical Training.
• Hours requirements by registered credit:
Fall or Spring Internships
4 credits = 180 hours per semester, or approx. 10-12 hours/week
3 credits = 135 hours per semester, or approx. 7-9 hours/week
2 credits = 90 hours per semester, or approx. 4-6 hours/week
1 credit = 45 hours per semester, or approx. 1-3 hours/week
For more information call the Internship Office (507-344-7321), located in OM 225,
Bethany Lutheran College, Internship Program, 700 Luther Drive, Mankato, MN 56001 (507) 344-7321
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BETHANY LUTHERAN COLLEGE INTERNSHIP PROGRAM LEARNING CONTRACT
STUDENT NAME: Doe Jon B. Student ID # 12345 US Citizen? yes √ no � Expected Yr. Grad 2008 (Last) (First) (MI)
Student Address: 54321 Lindy Lane Mankato MN 56001 Email: [email protected] Ph: (507 ) 555-1212 (mailing address during internship) (City) (State) (Zip)
Major: Communication Minor: Business Contract for Term Summer Year 2007
Start Date: _5/20/12 End Date: 9/10/12 Hrs/Wk: 25 Credits: 4 Paid � Unpaid √
FACULTY ADVISOR : Dr. Jones Dept.: Communication Phone: (507) 344 - 7000
SITE SUPERVISOR: Mr. Ms. Sally Peterson Phone: (507) 555-1245 Fax: (507) 555-1234
INTERNSHIP SITE & MAILINGADDRESS: 581 Ballpark Lane, Mankato, MN 56001
INTERNSHIP TITLE: Game Day Promotions Intern Site Website: bighittersballclub.org
Languages required at this site?__________________________ Level of language proficiency: Beginning Moderate Fluent N/A
Type of Site (not position): � Non-profit � Gov’t � Corporate � Arts � Educ How did you find this internship? Self search/internet
Learning Tasks & Strategies Learning Objectives Academic (AC)
Skill (SK)
Personal (PR)
Development
Learning Demonstrations
(Products)
Target
Date
Hand out promotional
materials
Develop personal relationship
skills
PR Note in journal outstanding
incidents
5/20/12-
9/10/12
Perform between inning
activities
Develop personal relationship
skills
PR
Note experience and reactions
in journal every time in front of
fans
5/20/12-
9/10/12
Observe planning and
execution of fan relations Understand sports public relations AC, SK
2-3 page paper on observations
of how operation works 9/10/12
Creation of theme atmosphere
Develop skill at carrying out public
relations plans
AC, SK
Record and create portfolio of
experiences using photography,
written descriptions, handouts,
and souvenirs
9/10/12
Faculty Advisor: I agree with all components of this Learning Contract. In my judgment, the student is adequately prepared to meet the terms of the
contract, and I agree to work with the student to ensure that objectives, strategies, and learning outcomes of the internship are carried out.
Faculty Advisor Signature: ______________________________________ Email:_______________________ Date: ____________
Student: I agree with all components of this Learning Contract, will work towards the objectives, pursue the strategies, and complete the outcome
measures to the best of my ability
Student Signature: _____________________________________________ Email: ______________________ Date: ____________
Site Supervisor: I have read this Learning Contract, and attest that its components meet the standards and expectations for an internship with my
organization. I have provided a position description and agree to conduct two evaluations of the student by the deadlines stipulated by the program,
and to participate in a site visitation if requested.
Site Supervisor Signature: ______________________________________ Email:_______________________ Date:____________
Internship Program Coordinator:_________________________________________ Date: _________________
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BETHANY LUTHERAN COLLEGE INTERNSHIP PROGRAM REGISTRATION INFORMATION
COMPLETING THE LEARNING CONTRACT
You and your faculty advisor should work together to plan all aspects of your internship and complete the Learning Contract. The
Learning Contract is the most important document in your internship paperwork. If well done, it is the best guarantee that your
experience will be educational and worthwhile. So it is worth some concentrated attention. Throughout the development of your
Learning Contract, be careful, thorough, and specific.
STEPS TO COMPLETING THE INTERNSHIP LEARNING CONTRACT:
1. Get a position/job description from your site supervisor that describes your role and responsibilities as an intern.
This must be attached to your Learning Contract to register your internship.
2. Identify the key Learning Tasks involved in your internship
Refer to the internship position/job description to see what you will be doing. Select the tasks most important to your
learning, especially as they pertain to your studies and discipline, and list them in the Learning Tasks and Strategies
column (the first column). These tasks become your “learning strategies” because you will be learning by doing them.
3. For each task specify a learning objective.
Consider each task listed in the middle column, and determine what you hope to learn from carrying out that task. Note
this in the Learning Objectives column to the right.
4. Categorize each learning objective.
It will clarify your planning if you sort your objectives according to the three categories below. Place the appropriate
code letters in the middle column. Is your learning in each case a matter of academics (head knowledge), or of skill
development, or of personal development?
AC Academic Learning and Application (i.e., related to the ideas, concepts, or theories of your major or minor field
(s) of study and ideas or concepts related to the Liberal Arts perspectives)
SK Skill Development (i.e., skills specific to your academic major or an occupation; and /or general skills such as oral
and written communication, critical thinking, organization, problem solving, decision making, leadership, interpersonal
relationships, technical, computer, etc.)
PR Personal Development (i.e., self-confidence, self-awareness, self-management, sensitivity and appreciation for
diversity, clarification of work and personal values, career awareness and professional development, etc.)
5. List the products of your work that will demonstrate your learning and attainment of each learning objective.
These go into the “Learning Demonstrations (Products)” column. Products may include journaling, a reflection paper, a
research paper, an essay, a poster presentation a public presentation/performance of a project from the internship, etc.
They may also involve a collection of what you produced on the job – letters you wrote to customers or clients, posters
you designed for an ad campaign, etc. Expectations for demonstrating your learning should correspond to the number
of credits earned (i.e. more should be expected for a 4-credit than a 2-credit internship.)
6. State the Target Date by which each of the Learning Demonstrations (products) will be achieved.
7. Bring your first draft of the Contract to your Internship Advisor for comment and revision.
After this consultation, expect to revise and clarify the contract, and bring it again to your advisor for final approval.
8. Gather the needed signatures
Three are required – yours, your Internship Advisor’s, and your Site Supervisor’s. Remember that this must be done
before you start work. Any work done at the site before the contract is completed and signed does not count toward
internship requirements.
REGISTRATION PROCESS
Deadlines – Fall and Spring Terms: second week of semester in which you intend to do your internship.
Summer Term: June1
Required Paperwork: a completed and signed Learning Contract, Student Internship Agreement, and a Job Description.
Routing: Bring all completed paper work to the Internship Program Coordinator for approval and signature, and then take the registration form to
the Registrar’s Office.
Relevant Policies:
• No more than four internship credits may be earned at the same site (see the Internship Program Coordinator for exceptions).
• Students not eligible for academic internships: 1) Individuals on academic probation; 2) all First and Second Year Students.
• To drop or withdraw from an internship, students must obtain the faculty advisor’s signature and the signature of the Internship Program
Coordinator.
• Summer registration requires summer tuition payment. Note: International students participating in a paid summer internship usually
register for one credit and apply for Curricular Practical Training.
• Hours requirements by registered credit:
Fall or Spring Internships 4 credits = 180 hours per semester, or approx. 10-12 hours/week
3 credits = 135 hours per semester, or approx. 7-9 hours/week
2 credits = 90 hours per semester, or approx. 4-6 hours/week
1 credit = 45 hours per semester, or approx. 1-3 hours/week
For more information call the Internship Office (507-344-7321), located in OM 225,
Bethany Lutheran College, Internship Program, 700 Luther Drive, Mankato, MN 56001 (507) 344-7321
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Bethany Lutheran College
Internship Hour Summary
Intern Student's Name ______________________________________________________
Internship Site_____________________________________________________________
Internship Site Supervisor ___________________________________________________
Internship Address _________________________________________________________
Dates (Semester & Year) of Internship _________________________________________
4 credits = 180 hours per semester, or approx 10-12 hours/week
3 credits = 135 hours per semester, or approx 7-9 hours/week
2 credits = 90 hours per semester, or approx 4-6 hours/week
1 credit = 45 hours per semester, or approx 1-3 hours/week
Hours Worked
Week Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday Total Notes
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Bethany Lutheran College
Mid-Course Intern Evaluation By Site Supervisor
Student__________________________________________________________________
Agency/Organization _______________________________________________________
Site Supervisor ___________________________________________________________
Faculty Internship Advisor __________________________________________________
To Site Supervisor: To provide a current assessment of the performance and progress of the student Intern working
for you. Upon completion, please sit down with the student and review the evaluation form, and then fax or mail the
evaluation to the faculty advisor, or provide it at the midterm site visit.
1. Please describe the major activities of your student Intern to date
2. Please comment on the Student Intern’s general work competence, including punctuality,
attitude, responsibility, independence, initiative, and follow-through.
3. Have there been any changes in the Student Intern’s work description as it appears on the
Learning Contract? If yes, explain.
4. Please review the Learning Contract and comment on the progress the Student Intern has
made in reaching her learning goals.
5. What are the Student Intern’s strengths?
6. What areas of the Student Intern’s work need improving? How can this be accomplished?
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7. Comment on the value of the Student Intern’s assistance to your organization, noting any
special accomplishments. How can this be increased?
8. Do you have any comments about the Student Intern or the Internship Program in general?
9. In your estimation, is the Student Intern suited to pursue a career in this field?
10. Indicate how satisfied you are with the Student Intern’s performance in the following areas:
NOT AT ALL SATISFIED SATISFIED EXTREMELY SATISFIED
Possesses necessary writing skills
Shows ability to work independently
Does assignments thoroughly
Exhibits a sense of responsibility
Able to accept and use constructive feedback
Shows creativity & originality on assignments
Functions at a high level of productivity
Exhibits a professional attitude
Adapts to changing circumstances
Displays a spirit of cooperation
Is punctual
Presents an appropriate personal appearance
Exhibits an overall sense of maturity
Overall assessment of the Student Intern
Site Supervisor signature ____________________________________________
Student Intern signature ______________________________ Date ________
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INTERNSHIP SITE VISIT REACTION FORM (to be completed by Internship Advisor following site visit)
Intern’s Name ______________________________________ Date ____________
Supervisor’s Name __________________________________
Poor Fair Good Excellent
Professional behavior (punctuality, dress, manners)
Interaction with colleagues and supervisor
Fit of student’s responsibilities to learning contract
goals
Consistency of responsibilities with job description
Fit of student’s classroom preparation, knowledge and
skills to internship
Work Space
Effect of intern on job site
1. What most impresses site supervisor about intern?
2. What one adjustment would make this student a stronger intern/this internship a better
experience?
3. How could I, the Internship Advisor, better meet the intern’s needs?
4. How could I, the Internship Advisor, better meet the site supervisor’s needs?
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BETHANY LUTHERAN COLLEGE INTERNSHIP
Employer (Site Supervisor) Final Evaluation of Student Intern
Intern’s Name: _____________________________ Organization: _______________________
1. Unsatisfactory (Never demonstrates this ability/does not meet expectations)
2. Uncomplimentary (Seldom demonstrates this ability/rarely meets expectations)
3. Fair (Sometimes demonstrates this ability/meets expectations)
4. Commendable (Usually demonstrates this ability/sometimes exceeds expectations)
5. Exceptional (Always demonstrates this ability/consistently exceeds expectations)
If any criteria are not applicable to this internship experience, please leave the response blank.
A. Ability to Learn
1. Asks pertinent and purposeful questions 1 2 3 4 5
2. Seeks out and utilizes appropriate resources 1 2 3 4 5
3. Accepts responsibility for mistakes and learns from experiences 1 2 3 4 5
B. Reading/Writing/Computation Skills
1. Reads/comprehends/follows written materials 1 2 3 4 5
2. Communicates ideas and concepts clearly in writing 1 2 3 4 5
3. Works with mathematical procedures appropriate to the job 1 2 3 4 5
C. Listening & Oral Communication Skills
1. Listens to others in an active and attentive manner 1 2 3 4 5
2. Effectively participates in meetings or group settings 1 2 3 4 5
3. Demonstrates effective verbal communication skills 1 2 3 4 5
D. Creative Thinking & Problem Solving Skills 1. Breaks down complex tasks/problems into manageable pieces 1 2 3 4 5
2. Brainstorms/develops options and ideas 1 2 3 4 5
3. Demonstrates an analytical capacity 1 2 3 4 5
E. Professional & Career Development Skills 1. Exhibits self-motivated approach to work 1 2 3 4 5
2. Demonstrates ability to set appropriate priorities/goals 1 2 3 4 5
3. Exhibits professional behavior and attitude 1 2 3 4 5
F. Interpersonal & Teamwork Skills 1. Manages and resolves conflict in an effective manner 1 2 3 4 5
2. Supports and contributes to a team atmosphere 1 2 3 4 5
3. Demonstrates assertive but appropriate behavior 1 2 3 4 5
G. Organizational Effectiveness Skills 1. Seeks to understand and support the organization’s mission/goals 1 2 3 4 5
2. Fits in with the norms and expectations of the organization 1 2 3 4 5
3. Works within appropriate authority and decision-making channels 1 2 3 4 5
H. Basic Work Habits 1. Reports to work as scheduled and on time 1 2 3 4 5
2. Exhibits a positive and constructive attitude 1 2 3 4 5
3. Dress and appearance are appropriate for this organization 1 2 3 4 5
I. Character Attributes
1. Brings a sense of values and integrity to the job 1 2 3 4 5
2. Behaves in an ethical manner 1 2 3 4 5
3. Respects the diversity (religious/cultural/ethnic) of co-workers 1 2 3 4 5
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J. Open Category: Industry-specific Skills/Professional Development Plan Are there any skills or competencies that you feel are important to the profession or career field (represented by
your organization) that have not been previously listed in this evaluation? If so, please list those skills below and assess the intern
accordingly.
1. 1 2 3 4 5
2. 1 2 3 4 5
3. 1 2 3 4 5
K. In reviewing goals stated on the Learning Contract, has the intern successfully achieved those goals?
Please elaborate.
L. Comments:
M. Overall Performance (if you were to rate the intern at this time)
Unsatisfactory Poor Average Good Outstanding
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
[ F D D+ C- C C+ B- B B+ A- A ]
Thank you very much for taking the time and energy to serve as site supervisor. Your participation is valued by both the student and the
college. If you have suggestions about how we might work together, please contact the Internship Coordinator at 507-344-7321.
Would you be interested in having another Bethany Lutheran intern work with you in the future? Yes No
If possible, please review your evaluation with the student before their final day on the job.
Has this report been discussed with the student? Yes No
This assessment was reviewed with the intern on ___________ Intern’s Signature ___________________________
(date)
Site Supervisor’s Signature _______________________________
Upon completion, please return to this to the intern or the Faculty Advisor
Bethany Lutheran College, 700 Luther Drive, Mankato, MN 56001
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BETHANY LUTHERAN COLLEGE INTERNSHIP
Final Intern Self-Evaluation
Please respond to the following questions regarding your internship site and experience as an opportunity for frank appraisal of your
internship.
Name: _______________________________________ Semester/Yr: ___________ Date: ____________________
Organization: _________________________________ Site Supervisor: ___________________________________
Please rate the following aspects of your internship experience on the basis of this scale:
(1) Poor (2) Fair (3) Good (4) Excellent
SITE
Physical environment was safe 1 2 3 4
Orientation to all areas of the organization was provided 1 2 3 4
Adequate resources were available to accomplish projects 1 2 3 4
Co-workers were accepting and helpful (I was treated like an employee) 1 2 3 4
There was enough work to keep me busy 1 2 3 4
SUPERVISOR
Supervisor provided a clear job description 1 2 3 4
Regular feedback was provided on my progress and abilities 1 2 3 4
An effort was made to make it a learning experience for me 1 2 3 4
Supervisor provided levels of responsibility consistent with my abilities 1 2 3 4
“ increased responsibility as my experience increased 1 2 3 4
“ was supportive of the agreed-upon work days and hours 1 2 3 4
I was encouraged to provide feedback and input 1 2 3 4
LEARNING EXPERIENCE
Work experience was related to my academic discipline and/or career goal 1 2 3 4
Opportunities were provided to develop my communication skills 1 2 3 4
“ “ “ “ “ “ interpersonal skills 1 2 3 4
“ “ “ “ “ “ creativity 1 2 3 4
“ “ “ “ “ “ problem-solving abilities 1 2 3 4
The internship experience has helped prepare me for the workplace 1 2 3 4
Overall value rating for this internship 1 2 3 4
Would you work for this supervisor again? Yes No Uncertain
Why? ____________________________________________________________________________________
Would you work for this organization again? Yes No Uncertain
Why? ____________________________________________________________________________________
Would you recommend this organization to other students? Yes No Uncertain
Why? ____________________________________________________________________________________
Could you get a good reference from this organization? Yes No Uncertain
Explain: __________________________________________________________________________________
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INTERNSHIP REFLECTION
Since the internship is primarily to be a learning experience, and the learning should be self-conscious
and insightful, Bethany interns conclude each internship experience with a formal reflection program.
Post-Internship Reflection
a) How successfully was your internship learning contract completed?
b) What were your special accomplishments, especially those that were surprising or beyond
expectations?
c) Did any particular problems arise during the internship? Did you discover ways of avoiding or
solving them?
d) Evaluate your internship site in regard to future intern use.
e) How well did Bethany’s curriculum prepare you for the experience?
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Internship Journal Entry Helps
Weeks 1 and 2: 1. Develop an organizational chart for agency and the department in which you work and indicate
where you fit into the system.
2. Describe the goals and objectives of the agency and the department for which you work.
Weeks 3 and 4: 3. Locate articles from professional literature that reflect the area in which you are working and
write a one-page statement on how the information contained within the article relates to your
assigned tasks. Review the article and your one page statement with your internship academic
advisor.
4. Listen for “quotes of the day” said by persons around you or discovered in your reading. Jot
them in the journal and write down your reactions; relate to your major when possible.
Weeks 5 and 6: 5. How have your skills fit in with those of agency representatives?
6. What are the job performance expectations in your agency? How do they compare with the
academic expectations you have experienced as a student?
Determine whether you are on track to fulfill the learning objectives listed on the original learning
contract. If not, should these objectives be modified in view of unpredicted circumstances? (Be sure
to consult your internship academic advisor and site supervisor regarding any possible modifications.)
Weeks 7 and 8
Review your preceding journal entries and also reflect on experiences that you have not yet discussed
in your journals. Then respond to the following questions:
7. What is the most surprising discovery or unexpected experience – whether positive or negative
– that you have encountered in this internship, and how did you respond to it?
8. Select one class in your major and apply concepts to your experience.
Weeks 9 and 10: 9. How does the formal organizational chart in the agency compare with the informal one? What
impact does information communication have on the organization?
10. What factors in the agency seem to contribute to employee job satisfaction and productivity?
Weeks 11 and 12:
11. In what ways did your knowledge of principles help you accomplish the tasks associated with
your internship duties?
12. Have any of your assumptions about the working world changed as a result of your internship
experience? If so, how?
Weeks 13 and 14
13. What did you learn through the internship about the relationship between theories and practical
experience? In what ways do they interrelate and in what ways do they fail to do so?
14. Selection one class in your major and apply concepts to your experience. (Choose a different
class than the one selected during weeks 7 and 8.)
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