
What is an internship?
	A one-semester, non-credit bearing learning experience that allows you to work for a company off campus and gain skills and experience related to your degree.
	An opportunity to implement long-term career and educational goals in a practical and professional learning environment.

Why do an internship?
	Internships allow students to apply knowledge gained in the classroom to real-world experience. This can serve as a valuable learning tool, as well as a welcome addition to a resume.
	Involvement in internships allow students to develop contacts within chosen industries, and to gain first hand research among specific companies.
	An internship is an excellent way to establish a relationship with a company of interest in order to demonstrate skills and work ethic. This will make a student the prime candidate for a future full-time opportunity.

Internship Guidelines and Etiquette
	Once you have accepted an internship, inform all other companies till considering you for an internship. Stop all additional internship search activities for that particular time period.
	Complete a minimum of 10 hours per week, 100 hours total per semester, of work.
	Maintain a professional demeanor throughout the internship, both in dealing with internal co-workers, as well as external customers. Represent both the USF College of Business and the employer in a professional manner at all times.
	Respond to all employer correspondence within 24 hours.
	Comply with all rules and regulations as set forth by the employer, including work hours and dress code.
	Perform the duties of the internship to the best of your ability, utilizing the experience as a hands-on learning opportunity. Make tangible contributions to the company using classroom knowledge and past experience.
	Remain consistent and punctual in the submission of all work assignments to the supervisor.
	If an issue arises with an internship, bring it to the employer's attention and attempt to reconcil it immediately. Contact your internship supervisor, as well as the College of Business Office of Employer Relations, if any problems arise that will not allow you to continue the internship.
	If you choose to resign from an internship, you must give the employer a minimum of 1 week prior notice (preferably 2 weeks).

Finding an Internship
	Career Connections All internships posted at USF are in the Career Center's job posting database, Career Connections. You must be registered with the Career Center to view internship postings.	Internship Programs Use InternshipPrograms.com to post your resumé to employers who are exclusively looking for interns!
	College of Business Career List Receive information about internships and career events in your inbox.	InternshipGPS InternshipGPS, developed for MBA students by MBA students, is an excellent source for MBA internships and for information and tips on resumes, cover letters, and interview strategies.
	Intern Jobs InternJobs.com is a global database of internships and entry-level positions for students, recent graduates and career changers.	Internweb Search posted Internship positions on Internweb.com
	Internships.com Brought to you by the USF Career Center. Select USF and enter "usfbulls" for the password.

Other Internship Programs:
	Cooperative Educations (co-op) Co-op is a more formal version of an internship, which requires you and the company to sign an agreement. You will register for a 0-credit course and receive a pass or fair grade for your work. Co-ops are administered through the USF Career Center.	International Business Experience Credit can be earned for overseas internships through the International Business Experience course. Contact the Undergraduate Advising Office for more information: 813-974-4290.
	Marketing Practicum Undergraduate business students can register for the 3-credit Marketing Practicum course, a portion of which is an internship. The course is open to all business majors. The internship must have a marketing component. Contact Professor Panzer: 813-974-6199.	Internships for International Students The co-operative education program administered by the Career Center offers a way for international students to work off campus and get paid by using Curricular Practical Training (CPT). Please note that prior approval from the International Student and Scholar Services office is required for this program. For more information, please contact the ISSS and the Career Center.
	MBA, Advanced Marketing Track Some MBA students taking the Advanced Marketing Track can receive credit for an internship. Contact Dr. Solomon for more informatin: 813-974-6175.


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