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What is an Internship? Internships are a means of gaining work experience, practicing your new skills in a company, and exploring a specific job before starting a new career or job. The experiences and training you gain at a work site can typically lead to a position with that same employer or another company. Interns are typically students who have just completed an education or training program and are ready to test their skills.
The Employment Training Center's Internship Program is designed to be an extension of the classroom where students will gain “real world” experience and understanding of their chosen career field by working in an off-campus internship site. Employers and supervisors will mentor their interns by providing additional skills training, establish weekly learning goals, and conduct performance evaluations. This course will apply active learning and on-the-job training methods to improve students’ job hunting skills, knowledge of working conditions, and career planning strategies. Together, course instructors and workplace supervisors will provide resources, feedback, and support that prepare students for workplace and career success. Internships may be paid or unpaid. Successful completers will earn a Certificate of Professional Development from Windward Community College's Employment Training Center.
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Length:
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High school & adult students
8 weeks (160 hours)
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no minimum score requirement, TABE test is recommended
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| Prerequisites: |
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*Recommendation by counselor, instructor, or sponsor agency.
*Availability of suitable internship site
*Ability to work at least 20 hrs/wk
*Completion of internship application and forms
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*Career Connections Center - HonCC Campus, Bldg 71D-3
*Worksite varies with employer location
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*20 hrs/wk – 30 hrs/wk – days/times to be determined by employer
*Students must complete minimum of 160 hrs.
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*Career Connections Center - 844-2357
* Michael Moser, Instructor, 235-7365
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NOTE: Interns must be referred and complete separate application and screening process. See Application Process
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INTERNSHIP
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TUITION
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BOOKS/SUPPLIES
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TOTAL
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Unpaid
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$220
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$40
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$260
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Paida
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$720
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$40
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$760
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a – Paid interns will receive a $600 stipend upon completion of 240 hrs of work experience (30hrs/wk. X 8 wks.) Smaller stipends will be pro rated for fewer hrs.
Student Learning Outcomes include:
1. Identifies and lists personal values, interests, knowledge, skills, and abilities.
2. Understands employment policies, laws, and responsibilities.
3. Produces an individualized employment plan with goals and action plans.
4. Uses work equipment in a safe and effective manner.
5. Exhibits employability skills, work habits, and ethics as demonstrated by favorable evaluations.
6. Demonstrates appropriate oral and written communication skills
7. Knows and utilizes various job search resources and tools.
8. Establishes a personal budget.
9. Understands the role of performance evaluations.
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