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Internship Reference

Colby's Internship Application Deadlines
For Jan Plan 2011 internships, the on-line registration form will open on Monday, October 11th; the deadline for application submission is Friday, October 22nd for first-year students and Wednesday, January 5, 2011 for all other students. For a complete listing of all (fall, spring, Jan Plan, and summer) application information and deadlines, please stop by the Career Center or see our postings on the Career Center’s bulletin boards in Pulver and on the second floor of Keyes.

What is an Internship?

An internship is a monitored work experience in which a student has intentional learning goals and reflects on what she or he is gaining throughout the experience. An internship most frequently takes place at an off-campus job site and is monitored by an on-site work supervisor. It is designed to broaden a student’s awareness of a career field and specific jobs within that field.

Why do an Internship?

Often students struggle to decide what career path they want to pursue after graduation. While this is a normal part of career development, students that those who complete internships tend to have an easier time deciding on a career path because they have gained a first-hand look into a career field of interest. Internships provide students with the opportunity to practice networking skills and build confidence in the job search process. In addition, students who complete internships find it easier to gain employment or entry into graduate school after graduation.