Externships/Micro-Internships.

A short working experience where the student observes a working professional to get a preview of the day-to-day activities needed for the career, and works on a short-term project (also known as micro-internships). An example of this newer model is providing a project that takes 20 hours to complete to a student to do so within a time frame of 1-4 weeks.

Internships.

An internship is a formal program that provides practical experience for learners in a profession, during which the learner is immersed in a work situation for a limited period of time (1 semester). Typically 40 hours a week during the summer semester, but sometimes "internship" is interchangeable with "co-op" - clarity is key here, and providing training that is flexible with the students' schedule is paramount.

Co-ops (Cooperative Education).

Cooperative education is the integration of classroom theory with practical work experience, through which students alternate attendance at school with periods of professional employment. This can look different for every employer and student.

Apprenticeships.

Registered Apprenticeships are an “earn and learn” model that combines on-the-job learning with related classroom instruction that increases an apprentice’s skill level and wages. Ivy Tech Community College has a designated Apprenticeship program - click here for more information!