Internships and Co-ops
"Experiential learning" in the form of internships, co-operative education, practicums, externships, and job shadowing are a great way for students to gain practical skills and experience from on-the-job training that cannot be found in the classroom setting.
Additional benefits of completing an internship include:
- "Test drive" a career to learn about the field and determine if it is a good fit for you
- Gain a "real world" perspective on your chosen occupation and the culture of that field
- Gain insight and a better focus on your academic work
- Start building your professional network
- Establish relationships with mentors
- Develop new skills related to the field
- Earn college credit
- Experience
Applying for jobs and internships
