October 3, 2013 SULIMAN S. OLAYAN SCHOOL OF BUSINESS

INTERNSHIP – SUMMER 2014

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BUSS 245 – INTERNSHIP/PRACTICUM

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INTERNSHIP – DEFINITION

• An "internship" is an opportunity offered by an employer to students / "interns" to work at a firm for a fixed period of time

• An "internship" is a period of time during which a beginner acquires experience in an occupation, profession

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INTERNSHIP – BENEFITS

1. Apply Classroom Knowledge: opportunity to use the skills learned in the classroom

2. Gain Valuable Work Experience : provides hands on work experience not obtained in the classroom

3. Decide if this is the Right Career for You: Validate genuine interest in function without committing – test career satisfaction

4. Gain Confidence: a great way to build confidence and increase chances of securing a job

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INTERNSHIP – BENEFITS CONT.

5. Transition into a Job: Employers see interns as prospective employees (a long interview). Number one way to identify new staff.

6. Have an Edge in the Job Market after graduation: Employers are interested in your work experience in addition to your academic qualifications. Internship(s) are a vital part of your resume.

7. Networking Opportunities: a great way to meet people who might help you land a job/give you contacts.

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ELIGIBILITY FOR SUMMER 2014 INTERNSHIP

• Business major students• Be juniors• Have completed by end of Fall semester at least:

• 38 credit hours (if admitted as sophomores)or • 68 credit hours (if admitted as freshmen)

• Have completed (by end of Spring semester): FINA 210, MNGT 215, MKTG 210, and INFO 200

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INTERNSHIP – GUIDELINES

• Duration: 8 weeks – during Summer Session

• Between May 19th and August 31st

• Work week: not less than 5 working days

• Working Hours: as per the host company (not less that 6 hours)

• Supervision: AUB: OSB Faculty Mentor

Company: Work Supervisor

• Grading: based on evaluations of direct work supervisor and OSB mentor

• The internship grade is included in the overall average

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HOW TO FIND AN INTERNSHIP?

• Prepare your CV• Solicit your own internship through personal effort:

• Spread the word: Networking is the #1 way to find opportunities• Talk to senior students or alumni• Talk directly to employers: Job Fairs, .. • browse the internet & apply online (through company website)

• Check the list of previous host companies and their contact details on OSB website

• Check the list of internship that will be posted on OSB Career Development Center (Only one can be selected)

• Start looking for an internship Now! Don’t postpone..

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WHAT ARE THE DOCUMENTS NEEDED TO APPLY FOR AN INTERNSHIP?

CV

Transcript

Letter of intent (cover letter)

Verification Letter from OSB–BBA Career Services (OSB 113B)

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SAMPLE VERIFICATION LETTER

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INTERNSHIP PROCESS STEP 1 – ONLINE REGISTRATION

• Online Registration: Mandatory (independent from AUBsis)• Between February 1st – February 28th

• OSB–BBA Career Services will send Imail to all eligible students to register online

• To register online: 1. Log to OSB website: http://sb.aub.edu.lb2. ->> Student Services ->> Career Development Center3. Select OSB Students, Intern4. Choose a username and a password and register

• Completing the online application is mandatory, if you do not register you will not be able to officially register for your internship

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INTERNSHIP PROCESS STEP 2 – SECURING AN INTERNSHIP

• Deadline for securing an internship: April 15th

• Students who solicit their own internships, should provide the school with an official Acceptance Letter (on company letter head) from the host company by April 15th at the latest.

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INTERNSHIP PROCESS STEP 2 – SECURING AN INTERNSHIP – CONT.

• Acceptance Letters Should Clearly State:– Student Name– The beginning and the end dates of the internship period (Any

8 weeks between May 19th & August 31th 2013).– The department joined, and the name and title of the direct

work supervisor if available– The e-mail, phone, fax, and address of the company and the

direct supervisor.

• All internships are considered approved unless notified otherwise

• By April 15th all registered students should have an assigned internship

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SAMPLE ACCEPTANCE LETTER

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INTERNSHIP PROCESS STEP 3 – MEETING THE MENTOR

• At the beginning of May 2014, students will be assigned an academic Mentor (not necessarily Advisor).

• Students should check their OSB Career Development Center account to contact the mentor for further instructions before the start of the internship

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INTERNSHIP PROCESS STEP 4 – PAYMENT OF FEES

Payment of FeesMay 20th – May 27th

BUSS245 is a One-Credit course

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FAQS

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FAQS

• Can I do my internship in two different companies?– Yes, Min. 4weeks/company & one acceptance

letter/company (no interruption)

• If a company requests an official verification letter from AUB, what should I do?– Bring the business card of your contact(s) to OSB–BBA Career

Services, and we will prepare the letter. No letters addressed “to whom it may concern”.

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FAQS

• What if I do not have an internship by April 15th, 2014?– You might have to postpone your internship until the summer

of 2015

• What if the company does not confirm acceptance by April 15th ?– Stress the deadline to the host company (University

requirement - April 15th). Communicate

• Can I work for a family business?– The answer is “Preferably No”. However, we look at case by case

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FAQS

• What papers should I provide the OSB–BBA Career Services if I intend to do my internship abroad?

• An official acceptance letter, same process as if you are doing in Lebanon

• How many courses I am allowed to take with the internship?

• one 3-credit course, in addition to 0-credit workshops after working hours

• What if I did not complete all the required courses by the end of Fall semester?

• Inform the OSB–BBA Career Services20

FAQS

• When and what should I report to my mentor or OSB–BBA Career Services office?– When: Maintain communication from day one– What:

– If asked to work less than 5 working days – If work is limited to photocopy and filing– Any behavior that you might think inappropriate– Etc..

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IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER

• Between February 1st – February 28th: Online registration on OSB Career Development Center

• April 15th: Deadline for securing an internship and providing OSB–BBA Career Services with official acceptance letter from host company

• Starting May 2014: Assignment of mentor• May 20th – May 27th: Payment of Fees• Between May 19th and August 31st: Start of Internship (duration: 8

weeks)

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For more information:

OSB – BBA Career Services

Office: OSB, Ground Floor 113-B

Email: sbintern@aub.edu.lb

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