MMC 3942: Pre-Internship

Madison Geery

Madison Geery

Madison Geery

ePortfolio

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“All Work, No Pay”

By Lauren Berger

Expectations

• Online ePortfolio – 50 percent• Class Attendance – 25 percent• Internship Tools – 25 percent– Resume– Brand Graph– Wish List– LinkedIn

Credit for Tools

You can receive credit for tools (resume, brand graph, etc.) only if you turn them in during class periods. Do not expect to email them to me and receive credit for them. The only time you will be allowed to submit tools either after the deadline or via email (or any other method other than in-class) will be with a written, approved excuse.

Credit for Attendance

Attendance will be taken during some class periods. This counts for 25 percent of your grade. I emphasize coming to class because so much information not contained in your textbook is presented in class. Please be there.

Class Communication

The MMC 3990 course syllabus and information is available online on your Blackboard. All information communicated regarding the internship course will be delivered via email and placed under “Announcement” on Blackboard. For this reason, it is important to have a viable email address. If your email inbox is full or not accepting course informational emails at any point during the semester it is solely your responsibility to meet all internship deadlines and follow-up as needed.

Finding an Internship

• UNF Department of Communication requires it;

• More employers want to see at least one on your resume!

Why an internship?

Competition

Of all 2013 college graduates:

2/3had completed internships

50 %

Favor studentswith internships

36 %

Hire theirown interns

Employers who …

National Association of Colleges and Employers

That’s not enough? Here’s some other reasons

• An internship gives a student an opportunity to “try out” a job or a profession before taking a permanent position.

• Students who complete internships may receive higher salaries when they are hired.

• Students gain valuable practical experience about a particular job and/or the work world in general.

• Students make important contacts and have an opportunity to network with professionals.

• Employers like to hire students who have completed internships because it may increase job retention.

• Finally, many internships are fun – and great self-confidence builders.

U.S. Economy

College Students Simply Must Do an Internship (Better Yet: Multiple Internships!)

Ways to get internship experience

• MMC 4975: Internship/Senior Project

• Career Services Co-Op Program

• Independent Study

• Volunteer

What to look for in an internship

Six Vital Questions:

• Is it relevant to your degree?

• Is it relevant to your interests?

• Does the workplace environment fit your style?

• Does it help position you for a successful career?

• Does it provide wide-ranging experiences?

Ancillary Questions:

• Is it paid or unpaid?• Where would I prefer to

conduct my internship?• Does my academic or other

experience make me a good candidate?

• When do I have time in my schedule for this?

• Does this fulfill my internship goals?

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Getting Started

• If I were to describe my “dream” career what would it be?

• Why do I like it so much? What components really pique my interests?

• What kinds of experiences would put me in line for such a career?

• What types of skills will I have to have to be successful in my “dream” career?

Now you’re ready to start your search!

The Intern Queen

Things Needed on Your Wish List

• Company Name• Company Description• Company Address• Website• Contact• Application Deadline (if given)

Wish List Requirements

List must include 4 local and 2 national companies!

It is due on Friday, May 23Bring it to class with you!

Locating an Internship

We suggest that all prospective interns apply at least a month ahead of the deadline to five to 10 internship sites.• Note that if you’re considering non-approved

sites, you may need to apply in advance of that as deadline is earlier

• It’s never too early to apply

Where to Look

• On your Wish List• On the Approved Internship List

Wordpress Site

Possible Procedure

• Phone Call Interview• In-Person Interview• Acceptance/Declination–On both parts

Filling out Forms

Deadlines

• Approved Internship Applications must be submitted to the Department of Communication by April 15th, August 15th, and December 15th.

• Due dates for consideration of approval for New Prospective (Unapproved) Internship Sites are: April 1, August 1, and December 1. If the deadline falls on a weekend, the following Monday will be the due date.

Turn Completed App into Front Desk