INTERNSHIP PROCESS OVERVIEW

What is an internship, and why should I take one?

How do I receive academic credit for an internship?

How can I find internship opportunities?

You are in the right place for answers!

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Amy Saville

Internship Coordinator

amy.saville@uvu.edu

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STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE

  1. Talk to the internship coordinator or use wolverine track to determine what kind of internship, if any, is required for your major. Check to see if there are any required prerequisites to receiving internship credit.
  2. Use Handshake, LinkedIn, job fairs, and other resources to find an internship that meets your needs and interests. Apply, interview, and be accepted for an internship. (Check out the WSB writing lab to polish your resume!)
  3. Once you've been hired for an internship, you need to apply for course credit. You'll need to complete a short online orientation and fill out an application.
  4. Within 10 days, you will receive an email notifying you that your internship is approved; you can then register for the appropriate internship course to receive credit.
  5. Work hard and learn as much as you can at your internship, and complete assignments through Canvas from your instructor.

Internship Resources

Internship Opportunities

Internship Model

Preparing for an internship

Resources to help students perform well throughout the job and internship search:

Learn the do’s and don’ts of internships to make the most out of your experience:

Explore academic and career fields through the help of a career counselor in the Career Development Center:

Make the right impression on an employer during your interview through the learning and practice of interview skills:

Are you needing direction? Learn about the best career path for you discovering your talents and interests:

Develop your skills to aid you in demonstrating effective leadership:

Get details and dates for career fairs, information sessions, on-campus job interviews, and more:

Career Readiness

Resumes

Below you will find some sample resume templates and some excellent resources related to resume building.

Sample Resumes

Resources

Another resource is the counselors in the UVU Career Development Center. They can give you feedback on your resume, and even do mock interviews with you. You can make an appointment at this link. CDC Website

Networking

The following are some helpful trainings related to networking. Networking is a vital skill for most industries.