INTERNSHIP FOR CREDIT APPLICATION
GBUS 39800
GUIDELINES FOR INTERNSHIP FOR CREDIT
DEFINITION OF AN INTERNSHIP
An internship is a learning experience, related to the career goals of the student, which aims to allow the student to synthesize
his/her academic learning in the field of business with real-world operations of an organization. The objectives set forth by each
student intern will involve, in a broad sense, the application of theories and concepts in business and related fields and a critical
analysis of their findings.
The pursuit of an internship is a serious responsibility. Students will be representing the School of Business and Ithaca College, as
well as themselves. Interns are asked to carefully weigh their academic load and other obligations before committing themselves
to undertaking an internship.
ELIGIBILITY
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Minimum GPA 2.7
Junior standing
Completion of Sexual Harassment Prevention Training
Completion of Business-Link Professions Program Workshop Themes 1, 2, 3 and BINT 104 and BINT 204 (not
applicable for students graduating in 2013, 2014, and 2015.)
International students are also required to meet with a Designated School Official from the Office of International
Programs. (See page 4 for additional information.)
REGISTRATION PROCESS
1.
The completed application with attachments will be reviewed and approved by the Professional Development
Coordinator and the Assistant Dean.
2.
Upon approval, the Assistant Dean’s office will complete the registration for the internship and send an e-mail
confirmation.
3.
The deadline for receipt of paperwork to the Student Services Team (Dean’s Suite) is the last Add/Drop date for the
semester.
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CHECKLIST FOR SUBMISSION
OPTIONAL TASKS
Meet with Career Services or the School of Business’ Professional Development Coordinator (Park 122)
 Learn strategies for conducting an effective internships search
 Strengthen your résumé and develop a tailored cover letter
REQUIRED TASKS
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Complete Business-Link Professions Program Workshop Themes 1,2,3 and BINT 104 and BINT 204
(http://www.ithaca.edu/business/professions/workshops/)
Complete Sexual Harassment Prevention Training (session locations, dates and times listed at
http://ithaca.edu/business/internships/harassment/)
Attach a current resume.
Submit completed application, the Organization Sponsorship Agreement and internship job description
to the Student Services Team (Dean’s Suite) by the last Add/Drop date for the semester.
*BLPP requirements are not applicable for students graduating in 2013, 2014, and 2015.
COURSEWORK
1.
MAINTAIN AN INTERNSHIP JOURNAL FOR THE DURATION OF THE INTERNSHIP: Submit bi-weekly journals
electronically to the Professional Development Coordinator with a copy to the Internship Supervisor. The one page, single
spaced journal submission must include the following:
a. Internship responsibilities (tasks, defining experiences, how these experiences are shaping your perspective on your
concentration and/or future career).
b. The number of hours worked each week and cumulative hours to date.
The length and frequency of the journal submission will be modified for internships of less than three credits.
2.
FINAL PRESENTATION: At the end of the semester, participate in a 10-minute presentation on the internship. The
presentation will cover the following:
a. An overview of the internship sponsoring organizations and its mission
b. Description of internship responsibilities
c. How you secured the internship opportunity
d. Lessons learned from the internship and what you would have done differently
Please note: Summer interns will receive an “Incomplete” grade at the end of the term. A final pass/fail grade will be issued
after the presentation, which will take place within 3 weeks of the start of the following fall semester.
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METHOD OF EVALUATION
Students will be evaluated based on the following:
1. The quality of bi-weekly journal submissions and final presentation.
2. Internship Evaluation: The Internship Supervisor will be provided a performance evaluation of the internship, which will
be submitted to the Professional Development Coordinator.
A Pass/Fail Grade will be issued by the Professional Development Coordinator. Your grade will be submitted on Homer after the
completion of the internship presentation.
CREDITS
Credits Desired
Onsite Work Hours
1 credit hour
2 credit hours
3 credit hours
6 credit hours
55
110
165
330
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Coursework Hours
(Bi-weekly journal entries and
preparation for final presentation)
5
10
15
30
Total Work Hours
60
120
180
360
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OFFICIAL USE ONLY:
Submitted to PDC: ________________________________________
Submitted to Dean’s Suite: __________________________________
(Instructions: Type or write clearly.
Retain a copy for your records.)
Date of SHPT: _______________________ verified _________ (initials)
STUDENT INFORMATION
Name_________________________________________________ Student ID #___________________________________
Local Address ______________________________________________________________________________________
Local/Cell Phone _____________________________ Email address ____________________________________________
ACADEMIC INFORMATION
Degree Program_______________________________________________________
Concentration (s) ______________________________________________________
Cumulative GPA______
Number of previous internship credits: _____
INTERNSHIP DETAILS:
Semester in which this internship will take place:
Internship Start Date: _________________
Fall 20___
Winter 20___
Spring 20___
Summer 20____
End Date:___________________
Anticipated Hours per week: ________
Month/Year Sexual Harassment Prevention Training was completed: ______________________________
Number of credits requested for this internship (Circle One):
1
2
3
6
Note: Credit bearing internships are academic classes. Tuition is charged for each credit if you choose to do it outside of the
fall/spring semester or if you go over 18 credits during the fall or spring semester.
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INTERNSHIP SPONSORING ORGANIZATION DETAILS
Sponsoring Organization_____________________________________________________________________________
Department Name _________________________________________________________________________________
Supervisor Name_______________________________________
Title ______________________________________
Phone __________________________
Email address ______________________________________________
Address__________________________________________________________________________________________
Company Website _________________________________________________________________________________
Organization Type:
For Profit ____
Internship: Paid______ Non-Paid _____
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Not For Profit ____
Government ____
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REQUIRED SIGNATURES
1.
I understand that being an intern is a serious responsibility, and that I will be representing the School of Business and
Ithaca College, as well as myself. I have carefully considered my academic load and other commitments and am able to
devote the time and energy necessary to make my internship experience a successful one.
1)
2.
I understand my responsibility in reporting any harassment, sexual or otherwise, to the Professional Development
Coordinator and the organization sponsoring my internship.
__________________________________________
Student Intern Signature
________________________________
Date
I have reviewed this student’s internship application and agree to work with him/her and the internship site supervisor toward
completion of the internship. I understand my responsibility to report any harassment, sexual or otherwise to the organization
sponsoring the internship and to the Business School Dean.
Sexual Harassment Prevention Training verified:
yes
__________________________________________
Professional Development Coordinator Signature
no
________________________________
Date
For International Students Only
International students on F-1 visas are required to meet with a Designated School Official (DSO) from the Office of International
Programs. The DSO will review the internship application and determine your eligibility.
CPT Form Required:
yes
no
I have reviewed this student’s internship application. The student will be eligible for CPT for this internship.
____________________________________________
Designated School Official Signature, OIP
OFFICIAL USE ONLY:
This internship is:
_________approved
__________________________________________
Assistant Dean’s Signature
Credits_________
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CRN #______________
________________________________
Date
________not approved
___________________________
Date
Registration Date_______________
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ORGANIZATION SPONSORSHIP AGREEMENT
The Internship Supervisor will:
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Provide a preliminary job description of the internship. Internship activities should focus on projects that relate to the
student’s academic course of study.
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Aim to provide meaningful work to the student intern. The balance of accommodating the needs of the sponsoring
organization with assignments that complement the student’s academic program is important, and while it understood
that some tasks may be repetitive or clerical in nature, the supervisor should endeavor to provide the intern with a variety
of tasks that build skills and experience.
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Be responsive to correspondence from the Professional Development Coordinator, who will oversee the
internship. This correspondence may be by telephone, email or mail.
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Provide an evaluation of the student intern at the end of the semester. An evaluation form will be supplied to the
internship supervisor by the Professional Development Coordinator. The evaluation will be on work/tasks completed,
professionalism and educational preparation.
The Internship Supervisor agrees that __________________________ will be receiving ______ credits for his/her
(Student Name)
internship experience and will provide ______ hours of work during the internship period. (See chart below for
credit/hour requirements.)
Credits Desired
1 credit hour
2 credit hours
3 credit hours
6 credit hours
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Internship Supervisor Signature
Onsite Work Hours
55
110
165
330
_____________________________
Date
(Please attach the preliminary internship job description)
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