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Follow these steps to ensure you are in compliance with the guidelines of the Queens University of Charlotte Internship Program. The Internship Guidelines & Procedures (student side) is currently being updated to reflect recent changes. If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact Andrea "Dre" Alford, manager of internships.
Meet with Andrea "Dre" Alford, manager of internships, in the Blair House for an internship counseling session and to obtain all necessary paperwork. We will discuss your career interests and goals, and work with you to find an internship site that will allow you to experience your chosen field and develop hands-on skills. We will also go over the appropriate way to secure an internship and expectations for the program.
Paperwork includes:
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Internship Learning Contract – to be completed and signed by intern and internship supervisor. Your completed contract must be approved by Dre before you begin your internship.
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Course Syllabus – assignments, due dates and course policies
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Work Hours Log – record of on-site work hours, verified and signed by supervisor.
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Enrollment Forms - enroll in appropriate INTE course to receive credit for your internship experience
We have a database with over 350 employers in the Charlotte area that have previously held a Queens intern, or specifically asked for one. Your academic advisor is an outstanding resource to use for internships, as they have contacts in the professional field and can help you find an internship that will develop your skills in your chosen field. You may use your own personal networks to locate an internship, here in Charlotte, in your hometown, or across the globe. The Internships & Career Porgrams office can teach you how to conduct a “target search” to find employers in your chosen field and how to contact them for an internship. Remember that it is not our job to "place" you in an internship; we teach you the skills and give you the resources to secure your own internship site!
These two documents are your first impression to an employer and they must impress. We can help you develop a resume and cover letter that sells you to an employer. Make an appointment with the Blair House staff to make sure you are on the right track.
This can be the most time consuming aspect of the entire process. You will need to contact employers via telephone or email to express your interest in an internship position, submit your resume, and to secure an interview. We will coach you on what to say, how to manage your time in your search, and how to present yourself in the interview. Using resources like our jobsite - eCampusRecruiter, and the weekly Job List are two great ways to contact possible internship sites.
After interviewing and mulling over offers, make your decision on where to intern. Notify the employer that you will accept their internship offer, and also Dre in the Internships & Career Programs office that you have found an internship. You must register for the appropriate course (INTE498/499/497/496) in order to receive academic credit for your internship. See #7 for more details.
Complete all paperwork with internship supervisor, and return the paperwork to Dre at the Internships & Career Porgrams office immediately for approval. Without approval, you may not receive credit for your internship.
The first half of the internship requirement is INTE 498, the second half is INTE 499. If you are a Hayworth College student, you will register for INTE 496. Both INTE 498 & INTE 499 courses may be taken at the same time, but remember; you will have to complete double the hours in one semester (172 as opposed to 86 work hours). Students undertaking the internship during the summer session usually take both courses at the same time, but it is up to the student to decide what would be best for their schedule. INTE 497 is the class for any students enrolling in hours that are not required for graduation. This includes transfer students who came in with 36+ hours, Music Therapy, Nursing, or Education majors, and finally, any student who has already completed their 4 credit hours in INTE 498 and INTE 499. The prerequisite for CAS student internship courses is World of Work (INTE 297) - this class MUST be taken prior to signing up for INTE 498/499/497. Talk to Dre to figure out the best approach for your situation.
INTE 498 : 86 work hours required to earn 2 academic credits
INTE 499 : 86 work hours required to earn 2 academic credits
INTE 498/499: 172 work hours to be completed to earn 4 academic credits
INTE 497: Course for excess credit hours - can be repeated to earn up to 6 academic credits
INTE 496: 130 work hours required to earn 3 academic credits. You may not register for more than 3 credit hours or a second internship without prior approval from your department head & the manager of internships, Andrea Alford. Please download the application for excess credit from the Forms section under the Internship tab to apply.
It is vital to sign up for the appropriate course in accordance with standard class scheduling deadlines. If you think there is a chance you will complete an internship the upcoming semester, be sure to sign up for the course. It is easier to remove you from the class than it is to add you past the drop/add dates. For more in depth information on hourly requirements and drop/add issues please contact Dre.
Complete all academic assignments and work hours to receive a grade of Pass, per the course syllabus. It is your responsibility to meet all deadlines. The syllabus is handed out to all INTE 498/499/497 students on the first Monday of the Fall/Spring semester in Dana 110 at 4:50. This is a required meeting. The syllabus for all the internship courses (including INTE 496 for Hayworth students) will be posted on our website.
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