Internship FAQs

FAQ: What is the Teacher Internship Program?

The Teacher Internship Program ( TIP) is a joint initiative between Fresno State's Credential Program and school districts/county offices of education. TIP allows emerging teachers to earn an intern salary as they complete student teaching.

FAQ: Who can apply for the Teacher Internship Program?

The Teacher Internship Program (TIP) welcomes all INTERN-READY candidates! In order to be intern-ready in Multiple Subject or SPED, you need the following:

1. LEE 159: Culturally & Linguistically Sustaining Pedagogy in the TK-8 Context
2. CI 163: Curriculum & Pedagogy, Designing for Successful Teaching, TK-8
3. 3 additional credential program units
4. Subject Matter Proficiency via
   1. CSETs or
   2. Authorized Liberal Studies Program*

*Fresno State's Liberal Studies Program was authorized in Spring 2016.

FAQ: How long is an internship? When should I apply?

We strongly recommend for candidates to be intern-ready and apply to the Teacher Internship Program (TIP) by the beginning of Phase 2. Doing so will allow candidates to have 2 semesters of TIP support and get their credential in 3 total semesters.

FAQ: What if I'm not intern-ready until Phase 3?

You can still be an intern! Candidates can start TIP in Phase 3. Please keep in mind that some candidates may need 2 semesters to complete Phase 3 while being an intern.

FAQ: What are the benefits of being an intern?

TIP provides specific and dedicated supplemental supports for interns:

• Twice the amount of University Coach Support
• Dedicated advisor

FAQ: Are there any disadvantages to being an intern?

There are 2 important things to consider:

1. As in intern, you will receive an intern-level salary. 12% of your salary will go directly to the Teacher Internship Program.
2. You will have all duties of a fully credentialed teacher. Completing as an intern can be intense and challenging!

FAQ: Why does Fresno State take a percentage of my intern salary?

A small flat rate goes toward paying for the extra supports and services provided to interns: the weekly coaching sessions as well as a dedicated intern advisor. This flat rate can be paid by the employing school district or comes out of the intern's salary.

FAQ: Can I be a STP or PIP instead of an intern for Phase 3?

That depends. Your district has to provide special permission. Please see the intern advisor for more information.

FAQ: Do I still have to complete all the program courses?

YES. ALL teachers in the state of California must complete an accredited program. Sometimes, it takes interns more than one semester to complete all coursework and clinical requirements.

FAQ: Where do I go if I need help?

The Teacher Internship Program office is located in ED 236. TIP has a dedicated advisor for all interns! Email questions to internship@mail.fresnostate.edu

FAQ: How do I apply?

You can access the TIP Application through Tk20 (fresnostate.tk20.com)