An internship is any carefully monitored work or service experience through which students can pursue intentional learning goals and reflect actively on what they are learning throughout the experience. Students can earn academic credit for approved internship opportunities and/or receive compensation from the host business/organization. During an internship experience, the student should be guided by a mentor skilled in the area in which the intern is working. 

An internship is designed to be:

• Work-integrated learning experience (also can be called.. a co-op, field work, or practicum)

• Part-time or Full-time

• Short-term or Long-term

• Paid or Unpaid

• Intentional Learning Plan

• Promotes academic, personal and professional development