4 Step Internship Course Enrollment Process
Students in the College of Arts & Science, Maine College of Business and College of Technology must complete 4 steps to enroll in an internship course. Click on the blue button above to download a PDF version of the steps listed below.
STEP 1: Submit 4 Document Package For Your Internship Course!
- Fall Semester = April 15 - May 15
- Winter Semester = August 15 - September 15
- Spring / Summer Semester = December 15 - January 15
THE COURSE APPLICATION PACKAGE CONSISTS OF THE FOLLOWING 4 DOCUMENTS:
Fill out the internship course application form and email it, and the three additional documents listed below, to your Internship Manager during the submission dates listed above. All fields but be filled out completely and accurately. Incomplete forms will be denied and could delay your internsip process. This package must be scanned and emailed as one PDF document.
**NOTICE: F-1 Visa international students also need to include a completed CPT Application form found on the Work Authorization
page here.
DOCUMENT 2 = Signed Degree Plan From Your Academic Advisor
Review your Degree Plan with your advisor to determine which term you are academically eligible for your internship course. Make sure they provide you with a signed document that states the course number, the term you are eligible, and the number of credit hours.
Your resume must be in "Pending Status" to be accepted as part of your Internship Course Application Package. "Reviewed Status" preferred.
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STEP 2: Search For Positions, Apply, Interview & Be Selected!
It is your responsibility to find an internship relating to your major. There are several ways to find internships.
a) Handshake: FIND POSITIONS ON HANDSHAKE NOW
Handshake has a wide variety of active internships for all majors.
b) Career Services Events: VIEW CAREER EVENTS NOW
Attend Career Services events to meet with various employers about potential internships available.
c) Search Employer Websites & Use Search Engines like Indeed.com:
Go to the sites of employers you are curious about or are a fan of, and find the Careers, Jobs or Internships section to review and apply for relevant opportunities for potential internship. If none are posted, but there is a Contact Us page, use that to inquire. You might also find a Talent Pool or similar mention where you can upload your resume for general consideration.
Not sure what kind of internship is a fit for you and / or your major? See Additional Resources below to find the Internship Guide for your degree program. You may share these resources with your prospective employers.
STEP 3: After You Accept And Are Committed To A Site - Report It!
DEADLINE DATES FOR SELECTION:
- Fall Semester = July 15
- Winter Semester = November 15
- Spring / Summer Semester = March 15
After you accept a position, you must fill out a Student Experiential Learning Agreement and email it to your Internship Manager. All fields must be filled out completely and accurately. Incomplete forms are denied and could delay your internsip process.
**If you are unable to meet this deadline date, you must email your Internship Manager a list of all the places you have interviewed, or will be interviewing, and request an extension.
STEP 4: Internship Manager Verifies The Position & Authorizes Enrollment In The Course!
Your Internship Manager contacts the organization directly to verify the position. You and your academic advisor will receive an email after this process is complete and you will be enrolled in the course at that time.
INTERNSHIP MANAGER CONTACT INFO
Internship Resources:
Benefits of an Internship
An internship is one of the most important things you can do in your college career:
- The percent of interns that convert to full-time employment is nearly 50%
- Students from internship programs are “more successful as employees”
- Interns receiving full-time job offers has increased more than 10% in the last 7 years
Internships provide you the opportunity to:
- Establish professional contacts within your field
- Receive on-the-job training and experience industry firsthand
- Make informed career decisions
- Apply new skills and experiences to classroom instruction
- Gain academic credit toward graduation
- Enhance resumes, references, and work experience
- Develop professional skills
- Use specialized facilities and equipment on the job
Required versus Optional Internships
- All Allied Health programs in the College of Health Professions require a practicum
- The Colleges of Business and Technology require Experiential Learning in all Bachelor level academic programs, internship is one option to fulfill
- Internships are highly recommended for all students in these colleges
Credit v. Non-Credit Internship
- Credit and non-credit bearing internships help students gain experience
- Some DU academic programs require internships and they are optional electives in all programs
- Regional Internship Managers can assist students to develop credit bearing internships, Career Services Coordinators can assist with non-credit opportunities
- Both types of internships are posted on Handshake
Internship Alternative – BUSN489 or TECH489
See interns connecting with employers at the West Michigan Intern Connect event!
International Internships
Please visit the websites of DU-approved internship program providers and consult the Global Programs Office for further guidance and approval. Working one year ahead is vital for success in an international search and approval process.