School of Communication EPICS Internship Seminar (340-0-20)
Instructors
Catherine Suzanne Carrigan
Meeting Info
Online: Tues 7:00PM - 8:00PM
Overview of class
This course is available to School of Communication students who intern 8-40 hours per week. Students are required to submit a Handshake application, including an offer letter and position description, in order to enroll. Occurring simultaneously with the internship, this weekly seminar course provides a structured approach to experiential learning and career development. Through readings, reflections, projects, and other assignments, students will assess their own skills, experiences, and interests to develop a personal plan on how to further their career development and individualized goals.
May be subject to internship course-credit limits; students should consult their academic advisor before applying.
Note: Interested students must secure an internship and submit an application through Handshake by the appropriate deadline to be enrolled in the course.
Registration Requirements
Students will need to submit a Handshake application. They will be enrolled in the course by the EPICS Office.
Learning Objectives
1. Develop skills, gain insight into typical workplace rules and engage in experiential learning in a professional environment.
2. Increase critical thinking and creative solutions by developing personal learning objectives to expand current skills and identify development opportunities.
3. Connect theory to professional experience, reflect on career insights, and develop action steps to demonstrate innovation and professional creativity.
4. Utilize networking skills to create new connections that assist in furthering professional goals.
5. Demonstrate a greater understanding of career goals through experience and exposure to industry to increase understanding of career readiness and advancement.
Class Attributes
Synchronous:Class meets remotely at scheduled time