A Multi-Disciplinary Internship
Model for Assessment
CIEC 2006
San Antonio, Texas
Introduction
 Daphene Koch
 Assistant Professor, Construction Technology
 Adam Siurek
 Director of Computer Graphics Technology
 Josh Killey
 Coordinator Internship and Cooperative
Education Programs
Background
 Student enrollment increasing without the
addition of faculty to meet needs.
 Expectation for the graduation students has
been elevated.
 Challenge from chancellor to double the
number in internships by 2010.
Need
 Develop a centralized internship program
 Match students with companies
 Document the outcomes
 Produce data for continuous improvement
analysis
 Develop curricula to include mandatory
internships and CO-OP experiences
 Match the outcomes with ABET criteria
Development
 A comprehensive study of similar tools
must first be researched.
 Review the first tool that was used for a
company.
 The goal of this study will be to build a
centralized tool for the campus to use.
 Taking the outcomes from ABET
accreditation and applying to the emplyer’s
evaluation.
APPENDI X A
Development
Purdue School of Engineering and Technology, IUPUI
Student Placement Services
EmployerÕsEvaluation of Internship Work Experience
Name: ___________________________________ Major Field of Study: ___________________
Work Perio d:______________________________ Employer:_____________________________
 Original tool that
was used for a
company.
Instructions: The immediate supervisor should evaluate the student objectively, comparing him/her with other
students of comparable academic level, with other personnel assigned to the same of simi larly classified jobs, or
with individual standards.
Re lati on swith Oth e rs
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Exceptionally well accepted
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Works well with others
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Gets along satisfactorily
( )
Has some difficulty working with others
( )
Works poorly with others
Attitude- Applicati onto work
( )
Outstanding enthusiasm
( )
Very interested and industrious
( )
Average in diligence and interest
( )
Somewhat indifferent
( )
Definitely not interested
Ju dgm ent
( )
Exceptionally mature
( )
Above average in making decisions
( )
Usually makes the right decision
( )
Often uses poor judgment
( )
Consistently uses bad judgment
De pe n dabil ity
( )
Completely dependable
( )
Above average in dependability
( )
Usually dependable
( )
Sometimes neglectful or careless
( )
Unreliable
Abil ity to Learn
( )
Learns very quickly
( )
Learns readily
( )
Average in learning
( )
Rather slow to learn
( )
Very slow learner
Quali ty of Work
( )
Excellent
( )
Very good
( )
Average
( )
Below Average
( )
Very poor
Attendan ce: ( ) Regular ( ) Irregu lar
OVER-ALL PERFORMANC E:
Punctuality: ( ) Regular ( ) Irregular
Outstanding
Very Good
+Average-
Marginal
Unsatisfactory
( )
( )
( )
( )
( )
Note relationship of work assignment to studentÕs major field of study
What tr aits may help or hinder studentÕs advanc ement?
Remarks relevan t to studentÕsperformance.
This report has been discussed with student: Yes_____ No_____
(Signed)_________________________________________________________________Date__________________
Immediate Supervisor
Tit le
Assessment Process
 Growing number of Internships and
Co-Ops within the school
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Summer 2005 - Spring 2006: 201
Summer 2003-Spring 2004
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43%
57%
Summer 2004-Spring 2005
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Engineering:
Technology:
Engineering:
Technology:
61%
39%
Summer 2005-Spring 2006
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Engineering:
Technology:
52%
48%
Assessment Process
 Following is the beginning of the draft
currently being developed.
 Broken into four stages.
Assessment Process
 Part I
Purdue School of Enginee ring and Technology Š IUPUI
799 We st Michigan Street, ET 215 Indianapolis, IN 46202 -5160
Phone: (317) 278 -1000 Email: etsps@iupui.edu
Student Name ______________________________ ________
Semester ___________ Year _______
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the end o f the studentÕs work period. Provide your candid
Part I Please complete this evaluation at
evaluation of the studentÕs performance or skill level in e ach of the foll owing areas. In th e interest o f
learning and professional development , the employer should revie w the completed fo rm with the inter n at
the end o f the internship. After providing the student with your feedback, please return this form to the
student, as it i s a required part of their internship report. This evaluation is a component of the schoolÕs
educational assessment and continuous improv ement program, therefore it is not confidential. Feel free to
attach additional pages
for any additional c
omments and/or your or ganizations standard employe e
evaluation for m.
1=Lacks this skill 2=Limited/minimal skill level 3=Adequate/average skill level 4=Above average skill le vel 5=Exceptional skill
level N/A=Not Applicable
Assessment Process
 Part I
Communication Skills
1. Demonstrates oral communication skills
Skill Level
1 2 3 4 5 N/A
required for the job.
1. Produces high-quality, error-free work.
Skill Level
1 2 3 4 5 N/A
2. Adopts new strategies when current
2. Writes clearly and concisely.
1 2 3 4 5 N/A
3. Is willing to speak up, communicate
1 2 3 4 5 N/A
information, and ask for clarification.
4. Listens to feedback and acts to improve.
S elfManagement
1 2 3 4 5 N/A
approach is not effective.
1 2 3 4 5 N/A
3. Uses good judgment/establishes priorities
1 2 3 4 5 N/A
4. M akes efficient use of time .
1 2 3 4 5 N/A
5. Demonstrates/practices ethical behavior.
1 2 3 4 5 N/A
6. Arrives on time and maintains agreed hours.
1 2 3 4 5 N/A
Problem Solving/Decision Making Skills
1. Analyzes situations and takes
1 2 3 4 5 N/A
Initiative
1. Seeks opportunities to learn.
appropriate action.
2. Offers creative solutions to problems.
1 2 3 4 5 N/A
3. Collects and analyzes information to do
1 2 3 4 5 N/A
1 2 3 4 5 N/A
2. Takes initiative to get a job done
even if not specifically told to do so.
1 2 3 4 5 N/A
a task and establishes a course of action
3. Acts decisively on critical issues.
in a specific period of time.
4. Completes work despite obstacles/problems.
1 2 3 4 5 N/A
5. Sets and communicates goals. Follows up
1 2 3 4 5 N/A
4. Resolves problems in adequate time period. 1 2 3 4 5 N/A
1 2 3 4 5 N/A
with results.
Teamwork
1. M akes a positive impact on work team by
1 2 3 4 5 N/A
establishing rapport and credibility.
Technical Skills
1. Has the technical skills required for position.
1 2 3 4 5 N/A
2. Is willing to learn new skills and enhance
1 2 3 4 5 N/A
2. Shares information/resources with others.
1 2 3 4 5 N/A
3. Assists/cooperates with co-workers.
1 2 3 4 5 N/A
4. Is willing to put in extra time and effort.
1 2 3 4 5 N/A
3. Uses appropriate technology for tasks.
1 2 3 4 5 N/A
5. Assumes appropriate leadership role(s).
1 2 3 4 5 N/A
4. Uses technology to perform effectively.
1 2 3 4 5 N/A
existing technical skills.
Assessment Process
 Part II
Part II Please discuss whether this student successfully completed the learning objectives
you discussed
and whether your expectations were met or exceeded.
Overall Evaluation Š Given your expectations for this internship, this studentÕsoverall performance (in
comparison with all other students performing similar duties) was in:
• top 5%
top 25%
top 50%
lower 50% Éo f all students
Assessment Process
 Part III
Part III As an experie nced professional, we valu e your insights into what is require d to be successful on
the job. What would you recommend for this student to do following his/her internship to make h
im/her
better prepared for the w orkplace (i.e., courses, activities, skills acquis ition, programs)? Please be a s
specific as possible.
Pleas e indicate areas or topics that would ma ke the student more academically prepared for this internship
experienc e.
Assessment Process
 Part III
What suggestions do you have to improve the quality of this internship (please includ e any specific
recommendations you have that might be useful to the student and/or the colleg e.)
Assessment Process
 Part IV
Part IV Please evaluate our internship program. In your opinion, how effective was the Purdue School
of Engineering & Technolo gy, IUP UI Cooperative Ed ucation/Internship Program in meeting your needs?
Exc ellent
Good
Average
Below
Average
Poor
Internship System
Academic Preparation of the Student
Overall Satisfaction with the Exper ience
Probability of Hiring Interns in the Future
Employer Signature _________________________
_____________
Employer Printed Name______________________
_____________
Date __________________________
Telephone______________________
Company Name___________________________
_______________
E-mail____________________
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Further Development
 After the initial research and collaborations
 Create an assessment tool that will bring
consistency and ease to students and industry.
 Create an assessment tool for entire campus
to use.
 Allow for accurate records of student and
industry involvement.
Conclusion
 Student population growing more and more
each day.
 A need for an instrument to assess in vital
to the growing demands of both students
and industry.
 By assessing the current process, we can
begin building a campus-size model
centralizing the process.
Thank you
 Questions?