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Frequently Asked Questions WHAT IS AN INTERNSHIP? A: An internship is "A structured and supervised professional experience, within an approved agency, for which a student earns academic credit. It is guided by learning goals and supervised by both academic and agency personnel." (From Internship as Partnership by Inkster and Ross) DO STUDENTS RECEIVE CREDIT FOR AN INTERNSHIP? We require that students sign up for credit through BC's Academic Internship Program. Historically BC has been able to provide scholarships for students taking Internship Credit. HOW LONG IS A TYPICAL INTERNSHIP? A: There are no strict guidelines to establish the timeline of an internship. However, there are customary periods throughout the year that coincide with academic quarters. Typically, internships run about 16 weeks, but may differ depending on the student's availability and employer needs. It is important to include the length you desire in your job posting. WHAT ENSURES A SUCCESSFUL INTERNSHIP? A: Making sure that both the student and employer will benefit from the internship makes it successful. This can be ensured by outlining tasks or projects with clearly defined expectations, appointing a mentor to spend time with the intern and be their point of contact, offering the intern the necessary resources to complete their projects and overall, treating them as if they were a regular employee. HOW DO I WRAP UP AN INTERNSHIP? A: Both parties should communicate an end date at the start of the internship. One way to evaluate the internship is to attend the final internship presentation meeting. Please contact us if you would like to attend (we can even hold the meeting at your company). This allows the employer to receive the student's feedback regarding their internship experience and strengthen the position for the future. WHAT SHOULD I DO IF I DON'T GET APPLICANTS FOR AN INTERSHIP THAT I POSTED? A: We can assist employers in finding interns in a number of ways, such as targeting specific student populations, advertising in different venues and making faculty aware of the position. However BC cannot guarantee that you will receive applicants for your position. HOW MUCH SHOULD I PAY AN INTERN? A: There are no established guidelines when paying an intern, and wages vary depending on industry, sector, and student experience. Paid internships generally attract more student interest and usually pay in the $10/hour range. However, anything, even a small stipend is appreciated. If you are unable to pay, emphasizing the learning experience the student will gain, the networking opportunities available and advertising that you will write strong letters of recommendation for a job well done will also increase your pool of applicants. |
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