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An internship is a structured educational experience which incorporates related work experience as a regular part of a college student’s curriculum. An internship is a partnership between the student, employer, and Mohave Community College. Through the experience, students are provided the opportunity to improve work skills, explore career choices, develop professional competencies, and apply classroom theories and principles to real-world situations.
You will find that an internship will provide you with the following benefits:
- Explore career goals and options.
- Develop new skills you can apply in the workplace.
- Gain skills that will enhance your resume and increase your career options.
- Explore a business or agency and observe the tasks and responsibilities.
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- Experience workplace culture, politics, and business etiquette.
- Discover a career or new interest.
- Receive active coaching from a mentor.
- Create a professional networking system.
- Make a difference in an organization.
- Prepare for the job market and gain the “experience required”.
- Find leads to permanent employment.
Consider following these tips to secure an internship:
- Choose two or three career fields that interest you and explore our On-line Resource Center.
- Use the My Ideal Internship Worksheet.
- Schedule an appointment with a Career Counselor at your campus to discuss internship opportunities.
- Discuss your internship interest with a faculty member in your area of interest.
- Conduct employer research on potential employers that are of interest to you.
- Target specific employers by contacting them in person, by mail or by email.
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