At the University of Saint Francis, internships are a
fundamental part of the academic process. The internship
joins together students, faculty members, and employers in
order to provide a real-world learning experience for the
student. It is vital that the internship experience be
meaningful and that the student be provided with adequate
responsibility. Therefore, the internship should fulfill the
following requirements:
Intern will be assigned a mentor/supervisor. The
mentor/supervisor will be responsible for monitoring the
progress of the intern, sharing feedback about work
performance, providing training, and assigning meaningful
projects and tasks. The mentor/supervisor will also be
responsible for completing an evaluation form on the
student’s performance at the conclusion of the internship.
Intern will be provided meaningful work assignments.
Interns want an opportunity to put into practice what they
have learned in the classroom. When creating assignments
for the intern, think about the essential skills and
experiences your organization seeks when hiring an
employee for a similar professional position. These are
the skills and experiences that need to be taught and
provided by the internship.
Intern will be provided with an orientation.
Organizations should provide an Intern orientation
process, in which interns become acquainted with the work
of the organization, the staff, and the workplace
environment. Prior to the beginning of the Internship,
interns should be made aware of their specific
responsibilities and the resources available to them. A
thorough orientation process will allow the intern to
quickly become a productive member of your team.
