Internship Search Preparation

0-0-1 units · Graduate

The first of two pre-internship subjects. Serves as the initial phase for a professional development (PD) internship, focusing on strategic planning and preparation for the internship search process. Provides guidance in defining professional trajectory to ensure the eventual experience is strategically aligned with student's academic program of study (coursework and/or thesis research). Requires development and clear articulation of professional development goals and the establishment of criteria for a suitable internship host. Successful completion involves securing initial research advisor approval of the student's PD internship plan, officially granting permission to commence the external internship search. Formalizes academic intent and feasibility of the internship before the active job search begins. 16.9721 is offered in the first half of the term; 16.9722 is offered in the second half.