Students should treat Externship as "The longest interview", this way they can get hired after externship
On the job training benefits both the employer and the intern, building viable skills that may be useful in a permanent position in the future.
Having clear roles in an internship can help develop professional behaviors between the instructor and student.
Students can maximize the effectiveness of internships by taking proactive steps and being intentional about their learning and growth during the internship. This can be done by setting clear goals, being proactive, asking questions, seeking feedback, and taking notes.
One of the most important learning aspect in internship is behavior modification. Be able to learn the attitude and behavior in dealing with various situations.
Internship experiences help the intern to develop professional behaviors.
Comment on Cynthia Terrell's post: Right, also displaying those behaviors allows for a real model for the students.
Developing professional behaviors is very important and will assist the intern in acquiring needed opportunities.
Developing professional behaviors is very important and will assist the intern in acquiring needed opportunities.
I've learned supervisors, should be on display for students to show how they should carry themselves. Students should participate in internships as they are great opportunities for learning what the workforce is like.
It's important to help the students develop their work skills
Comment on Michael Mitchell's post: I completely agree. Internship should facilitate time management skills and identify the various skills.
Student internships help with soft skills, which helps them learn skills for the real world of work.
I believe that internships can be a great stepping stone for students to "get their feet wet" so to speak. For many students on the younger side they have not been exposed to the working world and this is a good way to show them the ins and outs all the way down to proper dress, starting with teaching them interviewing techniques.
Having expectations for the workplaces and the interns will insure that the internship runs smoothly and that there is minimal confusion and more success.
It is important for supervisors to inform students what is expected of them.
Internships are essential to a student future success. I t is important that supervisors ensure they are providing guidance, coaching, and allowing the student to be responsible during their internship.
When coordinating with external organizations for student learning and experience, it is important to identify specific goals for achievement. Educational institutions must determine appropriateness and effectivess of the learning opportunities presented. My goal is to be proactive about providing usefull opportunities for both the student learner and demonstrate the benefits to the external organization.
Making sure the student is truely working as an employee to get the most of the experience to build career skills.
The supervisor should be coaching the intern to bring them to their full potential.
The intern should have an internship directly related to future work goals.
