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Internships

An Overview of the Program, Process and Requirements for

Harrison College’s Online Internships

What will be Covered• Internship Basics

What will be Covered• Internship Basics

• Applying for an Internship at Harrison College

What will be Covered• Internship Basics

• Applying for an Internship at Harrison College

• Requirements for doing an Internship

What will be Covered• Internship Basics

• Applying for an Internship at Harrison College

• Requirements for doing an Internship

• Where to Look for an Internship

National Association of Colleges and Employers 2010 Student Survey• New graduates who took part in an internship

program were almost 30% more likely to receive a job offer while still in school compared to those who did not do an internship.

• Raises the question: WHY?

National Association of Colleges and Employers 2010 Student Survey• New graduates who took part in an internship

program were almost 30% more likely to receive a job offer while still in school compared to those who did not do an internship.

• One possible reason is that they could have been offered a higher starting salary.

• Another reason is that they got started earlier in their job search.

• Or it could be that their internship employer decided to hire them.

Student & Employer Comments3 years of learning, 12 weeks to test it!

“I have been going to school for 3 years now to earn my Accounting Degree. I had 12 weeks to put to the test if I learned and understood what I had been taught in those 3 years. The skills I used were just about everything I had learned in the 3 years of school. This internship has really opened my eyes to different areas of accounting.” Sara L.

Student & Employer Comments3 years of learning, 12 weeks to test it!

“I have been going to school for 3 years now to earn my Accounting Degree. I had 12 weeks to put to the test if I learned and understood what I had been taught in those 3 years. The skills I used were just about everything I had learned in the 3 years of school. This internship has really opened my eyes to different areas of accounting.” Sara L.

“As an intern I gained valuable hands on training which will benefit my future career not only in this company but with any company that I may work for in my future. The many different aspects of working as the office manager for this company allowed me to thoroughly use my education and skills that I obtained from Harrison College.” Thomas S.

Student & Employer Comments3 years of learning, 12 weeks to test it!

“I have been going to school for 3 years now to earn my Accounting Degree. I had 12 weeks to put to the test if I learned and understood what I had been taught in those 3 years. The skills I used were just about everything I had learned in the 3 years of school. This internship has really opened my eyes to different areas of accounting.” Sara L.

“As an intern I gained valuable hands on training which will benefit my future career not only in this company but with any company that I may work for in my future. The many different aspects of working as the office manager for this company allowed me to thoroughly use my education and skills that I obtained from Harrison College.” Thomas S.

“I enjoyed having Carly work for me this summer. Her attitude, preparation, and work ethic, was very much appreciated.  In fact I hope Carly stay's on as a very valuable asset.  If not I'm sure she is very well prepared for the work environment she has trained for.” James A. – Small Business Owner

• Great way to develop practical, real-world experience.

What is an Internship?

• Great way to develop practical, real-world experience.• Generally speaking, internships are optional and more

flexible - externships are required and have very strict guidelines that must be met by credentialing agencies.

How does an Internship differ from an Externship?

• Great way to develop practical, real-world experience.• Generally speaking, internships are optional and more

flexible - externships are required and have very strict guidelines that must be met by credentialing agencies.

• Employers will look at your resume to see what kind of hands-on experience you have; an internship is the best way to develop these skills employers are looking for.

What is an Internship?Why do an Internship?

• Great way to develop practical, real-world experience.• Generally speaking, internships are optional and more

flexible - externships are required and have very strict guidelines that must be met by credentialing agencies.

• Employers will look at your resume to see what hands-on career-related experience you have; an internship is an effective way to develop these kind of skills.

• Sets you apart you from other job applicants who are recent graduates who have no on-the-job experience.

What is an Internship?Why do an Internship?

• Great way to develop practical, real-world experience.• Generally speaking, internships are optional and more

flexible - externships are required and have very strict guidelines that must be met by credentialing agencies.

• Employers will look at your resume to see what hands-on career-related experience you have; an internship is an effective way to develop these kind of skills.

• Distinguishes you from other job applicants who are recent graduates who have no on-the-job experience.

• Help you to expand your network for your job search after graduation.

What is an Internship?Why do an Internship?

VolunteeringInformal Internships

For Credit Internships

• Volunteering with a nonprofit organization where you can practice the skills you are learning in school.

• Arranging an informal internship where you don’t get credit and don’t have the time limits or expectations of a formal internship.

• Exploring an informal internship with your current employer.

Most programs offer the option to do a for-credit internship. A few do not.

Again, if your program does not have the for-credit internship option, you are still strongly encouraged to pursue volunteer and informal internship experiences as part of your career development plan.

Which Programs Have For-Credit-Internships?

Program Name Degree Type Requirement or Option

Accounting Associate INT2990 Internship or elective

Accounting 2+2 Bachelor (prior to Fall09) NO INTERNSHIP OR ELECTIVE

Accounting 4-yr Bachelor (starting Fall09) INT2990 Internship or elective

Accounting Assistant Diploma Students have one elective, for which they may submit a request to take INT2990 Internship

Administrative Professional Associate INT2990 Internship or elective

Business Administration (OLD program) Associate INT2990 Internship or elective

Business Finance Associate INT2990 Internship or elective

Business Management Associate INT2990 Internship or elective

Business Management 2+2 Bachelor (prior to Fall09) INT2990 Internship or elective

Business Management 4-yr Bachelor (starting Fall09) Students need 32 credit hours of electives; they may choose INT2990 as one of their electives

Business Marketing Associate INT2990 Internship or elective

Criminal Justice (CJ) Associate NO INTERNSHIP OR ELECTIVE

Criminal Justice (CJ) 2+2 Bachelor (prior to Fall09) INT4100 CJ Internship or CJ4900 course

Criminal Justice (CJ) 4-yr Bachelor (starting Fall09) INT4100 CJ Internship or CJ4900 course

Program Name Degree Type Requirement or Option

Health Care Management (HCM) 2+2 Bachelor (prior to Fall09) No actual internship, but students work with a site for a project in 2 classes (HCM3650/4650)

Health Care Management (HCM) 4-yr Bachelor (starting Fall09) No actual internship, but students work with a site for a project in 2 classes (HCM3650/4650)

Helpdesk Administration Associate NO INTERNSHIP OR ELECTIVE

Help Desk Technician (HELPD) Certificate Required ITS1800 Help Desk Practicum that will require on-site work

Human Resources (HR) Associate Not specified as internship or elective, but may be possible to choose INT2990 as elective

Human Resources (HR) 4-yr Bachelor (starting Winter10)Not currently specified as internship or elective, but HR4700 Human Resources Internship should be available as an option in the future

Information Technology (IT) 4-yr Bachelor (starting Fall09) NO INTERNSHIP OR ELECTIVE

Medical Assistant (MAA) Associate EXT2900 Externship REQUIRED

Medical Office Assistant (MOA) Certificate EXT2930 Externship or elective

Medical Reimbursement Technology (MRT) Associate EXT2910 Externship REQUIRED

Network Administration Associate NO INTERNSHIP OR ELECTIVE

Office Assistant Diploma Students have one elective, for which they may submit a request to take INT2990 Internship

Paralegal Associate PL2550 Legal Internship OR PL2500 Paralegal Capstone

• An internship can be taken only during the second-to-the-last or the last quarter of your program.

When can you do a For-Credit-Internship.

• An internship can be taken during either the second-to-the-last or the last quarter of your program.

• It is recommended that internship candidates have a B average or higher.

When to do an Internship. Who is Eligible?

Harrison does not require interns to be paid and often interns do not receive payment.

Are Interns Paid?

Harrison does not require interns to be paid and often interns do not receive payment.

If the business offers a paid internship, the

business and intern should agree on the details before an application is submitted.

Are Interns Paid?

Harrison does not require interns to be paid and often interns do not receive payment.

If the business wishes to offer a paid internship,

the business and intern should agree on the details prior to selection of the intern for that position.

The business is under no obligation to hire students upon completion of the internship.

Are Interns Paid?

Harrison does not require interns to be paid and often interns do not receive payment.

If the business wishes to offer a paid internship, the

business and intern should agree on the details prior to selection of the intern for that position.

The business is under no obligation to hire students upon completion of the internship.

The business has the right to terminate the internship of any student whose performance, behavior, skills, attendance, punctuality or attitude, are in their opinion detrimental to their business.

Are Interns Paid?

• Complete the 3 parts of the Application Packet (Application, Internship Agreement and Release of Liability forms)

What are the Internship Requirements?

• Complete the 3 parts of the Application Packet (Application, Internship Agreement and Release of Liability forms)

• Complete 160 hours at your approved internship site. This averages to about 15 hours per week.

What are the Internship Requirements?

• Complete the 3 parts of the Application Packet (Application, Internship Agreement and Release of Liability forms)

• Complete 160 hours at your approved internship site. This averages to about 15 hours per week.

• Enroll in the course, INT2990 (INT4100 for Criminal Justice students).

What are the Internship Requirements?

• Complete the 3 parts of the Application Packet (Application, Internship Agreement and Release of Liability forms)

Complete 160 hours at your approved internship site. This averages to about 15 hours per week.

Enroll in the course, INT2990 (INT4100 for Criminal Justice students).

Complete all requirements of the course including journals, discussion board posts, timesheets, evaluations and a final report.

What are the Internship Requirements?

The tasks and projects you will be performing outlined in detail.

The skills you will be using and seeking to develop in the internship.

How this internship fits with your current course of study.

Internship Site Information Required

The tasks and projects you will be performing outlined in detail.

The skills you will be using and seeking to develop in the internship.

How this internship fits with your current course of study.

Interning at your current place of employment is discouraged. If you intend to intern at your current place of employment, you must provide clear documentation of how this will vary from your regular job duties.

Internship Site Information Required

To give you enough time to secure an internship site and complete the paperwork, the following timeline is recommended

Two Quarters Before Your Internship

Update or Develop your resume Submit it for review by career services staff if needed.Identify potential internship sites. Send your resume and submit applications to

employers and interview.

What is the Internship Timeline?

One Quarter Before

Secure the internship site. Verify your academic eligibility with Student Services

Coordinator.

Nine Weeks Before

Submit signed Internship Application, Internship Agreement and Release of Liability forms.

Registration Period Before Your Internship

Enroll in INT 2990 (4100 for Criminal Justice students).

What is the Internship Timeline?

• Define what type of organization you are interested in? Deciding – What you are looking for – will give your search focus.

• List Your Networking Sources. Just like any job-

search, who you know and who they know will be the best means of successfully finding an internship.

• Attend Internship and Career Fairs. Be on the look-out for career fairs. Most career fairs are attended by recruiters seeking to fill their internship programs.

How to Find an InternshipTreat it just like you would if you were looking for a job

• Visit Company Websites. Many companies include an internship section on the career sections of their website.

• Internship Websites. Just enter keyword search for “intern” or “internship”.

• Prospecting for Internships. Identify organizations and business you’re interested in and contact them directly and ask if they’ve had interns before or would consider it.

How to Find an Internship

First, seriously weigh the pros and cons. You’ve invested a lot of time and money in your education. Make sure that the sacrifice pays off.

Talk with your Student Service Coordinator.

Request a copy of the Application Packet or PowerPoint: dave.booram@harrison.edu

If you have questions about your Externship contact:Mary Schermer mary.schermer@harrisonedu

What to do Next? Who to Contact for More Information?