INTERNSHIPS
The internship program at Central Methodist University is designed to
extend student learning opportunities beyond the traditional classroom
setting into professional work environments. Internships allow students
to earn academic credit while undertaking planned, professionally
supervised work experiences related to their on-campus academic programs
and career interests.
The program is structured to benefit both students and sponsoring
organizations. An internship is arranged in advance to coincide with the
fall or spring academic semesters or summer term. An internship is a
carefully monitored work experience in which an individual has
intentional learning goals and reflects actively on what she or he is
learning throughout the experience. These goals may include:
- Academic learning - the individual can apply and test knowledge
learned in the classroom to the workplace.
- Career development - the individual can explore a specific field of
interest, gaining knowledge of the qualifications and duties involved in
a particular position.
- Skill development - the individual gains an understanding of the
skills and knowledge required for success in the workplace.
- Personal development - the individual gains decision-making skills,
critical thinking skills, increased confidence and self-esteem.
Requirements for Credit
An initial meeting with your academic Internship Advisor is required to
arrange the amount of hours needed to receive a specific number of
credit hours.
- Why Participate in an Internship?
- Benefits of an Internship
- Roles in an Internship
- Best Practice in Internships
- Tips to a Successful Internship
- Internship Forms
- Internship Notification Form
(required, must be filled out and turned in to the Registrar’s
Office)
