Internship Requirements | Internships | BYU-Idaho

# Internship Requirements

Learn about internship requirements for academic departments at BYU-Idaho.

****Accounting Internship Requirements (ACCTG 398R)**** 
 
To qualify for academic credit through the Accounting Internship Program (ACCTG 398R), students must meet the following requirements: 

- ****Prerequisite:**** None
- ****Eligible Work:**** The internship must involve accounting or financial-type work. Common examples of ****non-approved**** work include bank telling, sales, purchasing, or marketing.
- ****Supervision:**** The intern must be supervised by a professional with experience in accounting or finance. The supervisor does not need to be a CPA, but they must be experienced in performing relevant work.
- ****Minimum Work Hours:**** Interns must: 
 - Work at least ****20 hours per week**** during the semester
 - Accumulate a ****minimum of 270 total hours**** over the course of a BYU-Idaho academic semester
 - Note: During the ****seven-week summer break****, all 270 hours may be completed within that period
- ****Location Restrictions:**** Internships cannot be completed with any BYU-Idaho campus entity.
- ****Compensation:**** Interns must be paid at least minimum wage. ****Volunteer internships are not accepted**** for academic credit.
- ****Credit & Course Registration:**** 
 - ACCTG 398R is a ****three-credit**** university course
 - If there is any uncertainty regarding whether the internship qualifies as accounting or finance-related, students should consult the internship coordinator before accepting the internship offer.
 - Students must complete the Internship Approval Form.
 - Once approved, students register for ACCTG 398R through the standard registration process.
- ****Course Requirements:**** 
 - An ****I-Learn course**** will be available on the first day of the semester.
 - Students are responsible for reading the syllabus and completing assignments by posted deadlines.
 - The course may be ****repeated once for credit****, including with the same organization if applicable.
- ****Graduation Requirement:**** 
 - The internship must be completed ****before the last semester of classes****.
 - ****Absolutely essential: Prior work or internships will not fulfill the graduation requirement unless they were formally approved in advance for ACCTG 398R credit, even if they appear to meet all the requirements. The university does not permit****
- ****Optional Internships for Additional Experience:**** 
 - Students are encouraged to pursue multiple internships to gain valuable experience.
 - However, to fulfill the graduation requirement, students must complete ****at least one internship that meets all criteria**** and is approved for academic credit.
 - Internships that do not meet the criteria or are not taken for credit can still be beneficial but will not satisfy the graduation requirement.
- ****Remote Internships:**** Remote internships are permitted, but students are encouraged to pursue in-person opportunities whenever possible, as these typically offer stronger networking and on-the-job learning experiences.
- ****Internship Coordinator:**** 
 - Jamie Austad 
 austadja@byui.edu 
 208-496-1908

For further details, please refer to the BYU-Idaho Catalog, the BYU-Idaho Internship website, the Accounting Department website, and consult with your internship coordinator. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to reach out to the coordinator for guidance or clarification.

Complete a 7 to 14 week (280 hours) occupational experience in Agribusiness. Submit weekly "on the job" learning reports and a Final written report must be completed and turned into internship coordinator.

****Animal Science Internship (AS 398R) requirements:**** 

- Minimum requirements (required) 
 - 280 working hours and 7 weeks. This translates into 40 hours worked in 7 weeks.
- Recommended hours and weeks worked. 
 - 560 working hours and 14 weeks. This translates into 40 hours worked in 14 weeks.
- 1 academic credit.
- Simultaneous to working hours are weekly updates sent to the Animal Science Program Internship Faculty Coordinator. An update is required for each week the student is fulfilling the internship.
- A self-evaluation is completed near the end of the internship.
- A PowerPoint presentation is submitted near the end of the internship.
- Hours worked must be submitted after being verified by the internship supervisor (the intern's boss).
- All coursework is set up in I-Learn.

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| Major | Fcs Apparel Entrepreneurship |
| Where | Industry based |
| Hours | 100 hours for 1 credit, 200 hours for 2 credits, 300 hours for 3 credits |
| Time | At least 7 weeks, 10 hours per week minimum |
| Why | To build networks for your future |
| Credits | 1-3 multiple internships |
| When | Usually Jr or Sr year |

****Applied Plant Science Internship (APS 398R) requirements:**** 

- 400 working hours. Usually, that translates into 10 weeks x 40 hours/week=400 hours.
- 1.0 academic credit.
- Simultaneous to the working hours are weekly communications with the APS Department Internship Coordinator.
- A final report.
- Coursework set up in Canvas.

Regarding internships for the Art Department, here is a generic list about the requirements for internships to count for credit and some steps to complete in order to be authorized to add the online class during your actual internship experience (**note: we now use the i-plan system to apply, and there should be instructions on the****www.byui.edu/internships****site for this**): 
 
****Note:****Past experience will ****NOT**** count toward internship credit. Students must complete an I-Plan Internship application and have it approved ****BEFORE**** starting their internship and also in order to be authorized to enroll in the online Art 498 Internship in the Arts course. 
 
****BYU-Idaho Art Department Internships:**** 
 
****Pre-Requisites:**** 

- Complete all Freshman and Sophomore classes.
- Graphic design students: Complete Art 125, 130, 230, and 235.
- Other majors: Consult with faculty in your area of emphasis for specific prerequisites.

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****Duration and Timing:**** 

- Minimum 100 hours required.
- 100 hours per credit, but only one credit is required for art degrees.
- Generally, internships should align with a typical semester timeline (about 14 weeks).
- At least 7 consecutive weeks of your internship must fall within a standard semester.
- Internships can extend beyond traditional semesters and be completed immediately after the last semester of coursework.

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****Experience Requirements:**** 

- Internships can be paid or unpaid.
- Must be in the field of study (e.g., illustrators in illustration, graphic designers in design).
- On-site or remote work is allowed, though on-site is recommended.
- Remote interns must meet with supervisors 1-2 hours weekly.

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****International Student Requirements:**** 

- Must get approval from the International Office ****BEFORE**** starting.
- Without approval, students can't register for the class or receive CPT.

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****Credit Requirements and Application:**** 

- Past experience doesn't count for credit.
- Send an email to the internship coordinator (randalls@byui.edu) with: 
 - Name and title of your direct supervisor
 - Your job description and duties
- Once you receive an email letting you know the experience qualifies, complete an I-Plan Internship application.
- Enroll in the online Art 498 Internship in the Arts course after approval.

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****Finding Your Internship:**** 

- Visit BYU Idaho Internships. Search the handshake system.
- Consult faculty for leads and suggestions.
- Networking is the best way to find an internship. Use Linked in and personal connections to find opportunities.
- Explore online resources such as internships.com/art and various design job boards: 
 
 https://designjobs.aiga.org/#, 
 coroflot.com/design-jobs, 
 www.authenticjobs.com, 
 behance.net/joblist, 
 www.designobserver.com/jobs, 
 www.krop.com, 
 https://www.designjobsboard.com, 
 https://authenticjobs.com/, 
 https://thedesignkids.org/jobs/

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****On-Campus Internships:**** 

- Off-campus internships are preferred for a richer experience and potential future employment.
- On-campus internships are allowed under specific circumstances (e.g., financial constraints, spouse on-track).
- Contact the Academic Discovery Center Internship office for approved on-campus internships: internships@byui.edu.

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****Application Process:**** 

- Send an email to the Internship Coordinator (Bro. Randall: randalls@byui.edu) ****BEFORE**** applying with the following information about your proposed internship: 
 - Name of the company
 - Job description and duties
 - Name and title of your direct supervisor.
- Submit online application via the i-plan system when the internship coordinator verifies that the experience qualifies.
- Ensure your employer returns the "Master Agreement" email to finalize enrollment.
- After approval, enroll in the online Art 498R class.
- During your internship and at the start of the semester, complete the syllabus quiz and course requirements.

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****Online Art 498R Class:**** 

- Enroll after internship approval.
- Course starts on the first day of the semester.
- Complete all course assignments, including the syllabus quiz, a daily blog, summary paper, and updated resume, within the agreed-upon credit hours and before the semester ends.

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Any questions, please email Bro. Randall (randalls@byui.edu)

****Automotive 298R and 398R Internship Requirements**** 
 
****Objective:**** An internship is an integral part of our program's educational goals, therefore the objective is to gain the type of experience in the automotive field that will prepare a student towards the kind of employment he or she envisions upon graduation. 
 
****Criteria to receive credit for an internship.**** 

1. The desired business where the internship is to be performed needs to be a reputable company, one that is approved by the internship coordinator.
2. Part of the internship experience is for a student to apply employment seeking skills to obtain the internship: resume writing, interviewing, portfolio preparation, etc.
3. The experience should be related to the automotive, transportation or agricultural industries. Positions including: 
 - Management training
 - Test engineering
 - Service engineering
 - Product development
 - Vehicle service - support
 - Vehicle service - technician
 - Technical writing
 - Sales
 - Other positions can be approved by visiting with the internship coordinator.
4. The internship should be a paid internship.
5. Duration or recommended hours: 240 hours or more.
6. Internships are repeatable - can be done more than once.
7. A big part of grading the internship is: The intern is to be supervised and evaluated by the internship provider. A report by their supervisor is to be submitted at the end of the experience.
8. Students need only to have two semesters worth of university credit before applying for and completing an internship.

****Guidelines and FAQs for BYU-Idaho Biology Internships (Updated April 2022)**** 
 
This document contains FAQs specific to internships for Biology and Biomedical Science majors, and may not apply to other majors or emphases within the biology major (i.e., Plant and Wildlife Ecology, Biology Education, and Biology Education Composite may have different internship requirements). Please note that the Biology Department has some internship requirements that differ from university-wide requirements, and Biology/Biomedical Science majors will be required to meet the Biology Department requirements, regardless of the university requirements. 
 
****Frequently Asked Questions**** 

1. To what emphases in the Biology Major do these specific guidelines apply?
2. What if I am a Plant and Wildlife Ecology major, or will be doing an internship that relates to environment, ecology, or zoology?
3. Who is the Biology Internship Coordinator for the clinical and research internships?
4. What are the internship requirements for Biology Majors?
5. What are the specific objectives for my internship?
6. Why do I have to do an internship?
7. How do I find an internship?
8. What are the steps for getting my internship approved?
9. What course should I register for, and how many credits can I get?
10. Can I get paid for my internship?
11. When can I do my internship?
12. Can I retroactively apply work I have already done as my internship?
13. Can I do an on-campus internship?
14. I couldn't find an internship, and I need to graduate Is there an alternative for me?
15. How far in advance do I need to get my internship approved?
16. Can I do my internship during the 7-week Summer Session?
17. How is my internship graded?
18. Is there a textbook required for my internship?
19. Can I do more than one internship?
20. Can I receive Financial Aid for my internship? To what emphases in the Biology Major do these specific guidelines apply?

****To what emphases in the Biology Major do these specific guidelines apply?**** 
 
That depends on some degree to the type of internship you are planning on. Generally, internships that involve clinical experience, work experience, or laboratory research would follow these guidelines. Those types of internships are most commonly done by students in the Biology, Microbiology, Neuroscience, Human Biology, and Biotechnology emphases. Plant and Wildlife internships may have other requirements (see below). The Biomedical Science major does not require an internship, but those majors can do internships (they are recommended), and the requirements would be the same as outlined below if you want to receive course credit. 
 
****What if I am a Plant and Wildlife Ecology major, or will be doing an internship that relates to environment, ecology, or zoology?**** 
Please contact Jericho Whiting (whitingj@byui.edu), or Eric Billman (billmane@byui.edu) for questions about internships in those areas. 
 
****Who is the Biology Internship Coordinator for the Biology and Biomedical Science clinical and research internships?**** 
Holden Higginbotham (higginbothamh@byui.edu), Benson Building 207, Rexburg, ID 83460. 
 
****What are the internship requirements for Biology Majors?**** 
Biology majors are required to have at least 10 consecutive weeks of internship experience at a minimum of 10 hours per week. We strongly encourage you to intern at a single location for the entire 10 weeks. Students must register for the internship course (Bio 398 or Bio 498R) and receive a passing grade. A full-time (40 hours/week) internship for an entire semester is optimal. 
 
****What are the specific objectives for my internship?**** 

- Learn important skills and gain professional level experience in the work
- Integrate and apply biology concepts and skills learned in the classroom to on-the-job practices and procedures.
- Cultivate future employment opportunities and professional connections
- Gain a greater understanding and vision of career options
- Prepare for professional-level work

****Why do I have to do an internship?**** 
The benefits of doing an internship are well-documented. For example, a 2014 Gallup-Purdue University report found that college graduates are 2x more likely to be engaged in their careers if they did an internship in college, and 2.2x more likely to be engaged in their careers if they had a mentor who encouraged them to pursue their goals. Internships and mentors also increased the odds of thriving in all areas of well-being by 1.5x and 1.7x, respectively. This means that a meaningful internship with a caring mentor could have a significant impact on your future job satisfaction and overall happiness. BYU - Idaho interns consistently report that the internship has been a capstone experience in their college career, and very valuable to them. The hands-on experience and connection with your career field is impossible to get in a classroom. If you consider the internship simply another requirement for graduation, you risk short-changing yourself of a crucial experience. 
 
****How do I find an internship?**** 
When searching for an internship, you should look for an opportunity that will facilitate your career. You should ask, "Will this experience prepare me for professional work or graduate school and/or will it open doors for me in the future?" You should also keep in mind that the internship is designed to be a "capstone experience" and, as such, it should utilize, enhance, and allow you to apply the skills you learned in your Biology major. For this reason, internships unrelated to your major will not (generally) be approved. Here are some more questions to ask yourself when selecting an internship: 

- Will this organization provide me with great networking opportunities? You may not have the opportunity to return and work for this organization, but the networking and exposure to world-class organizations is highly Think about the connections you might be able to make that will help you advance in your career.
- Will this internship be challenging, and will I learn skills that push me well beyond the skills I gained in the classroom? Consider the variety and depth of experience you are likely to gain. Will this particular organization allow me to learn many new things, or will I just be repeating a few simple tasks?
- Am I likely to develop a close relationship with my mentor? At least as important as the experience, if not more so, are the connections you will build in your internship. Does the potential mentor have the time and motivation to closely mentor you?
- Will I gain hands-on experience? Mere shadowing or observation will not provide you with the capstone experience you deserve because it won't enhance your skills.
- What have other people with similar career goals done? The Academic Discovery Center keeps a database of internships that Biology Majors have done in the past, including the names of the organizations and mentors. Please consult that list to give you In many cases, your internship will be better if the mentor has a good track record and has mentored many students already.
- Here are some links to various organizations that have internship programs appropriate to biology majors: 
 - National Institute of HealthLinks to an external site.
 - The Leadership AllianceLinks to an external site.
 - National Science Foundation (NSF)Links to an external site.
 - Science Undergraduate Laboratory Internships through the Department of EnergyLinks to an external site.
 - Idaho National LaboratoryLinks to an external site.
 - Department of Homeland SecurityLinks to an external site.While this list is by no means comprehensive, it will give you a start on some of the more common internships locations. In addition, many universities and each of the 11 DOE national laboratories offer internships separate from the funding available at the above Web sites.

****What are the steps for getting my internship approved?**** 

- Find an internship opportunity on your own. See the above FAQ #7. Obtain a clear verbal or written agreement from the mentor that they agree to mentor you.
- Complete an internship request on iPlan. 
 - Click "Internship Approvals".
 - Click "Create an Internship Request" and complete the form. 
 - Choose "Standard internship".
 - Select Bio 398 for all internships except research internships. Choose Bio 498R for research internships.
 - Choose Bro Higginbotham as the faculty coordinator. The Supervisor is your internship mentor.
 - Choose from 1-4 credits. You can register for 1 credit for every ten hours per week you work. So 4 credits would require 40 h/week for 10 weeks.
- Upon submitting the internship request, I-Plan will send the request to the Faculty Internship Coordinator (Brother Higginbotham).
- The Faculty Internship Coordinator will review the request and either approve or deny it. If denied, the revisions needed will be sent to the student's email. 
 - If you are concerned about whether your internship will be approved because it doesn't meet one of the guidelines outlined in this document, contact Bro. Higginbotham ( higginbothamh@byui.edu) before you start the application
- Once the internship is approved, I-Plan will send a request to the student's internship supervisor to sign a Master Internship Agreement 
 - The Master Agreement Request will be sent to the supervisor by email. The employer will follow the link to approve the agreement.
- Once the Master Agreement has been approved, I-Plan will notify and authorize the student to register for the internship course.
- When notified of authorization, register for the internship course (Bio 398 or Bio 498R) at My BYUI.edu (links to an external site).
- Start your internship and complete all related course requirements found in Canvas.

****What course should I register for, and how many credits can I get?**** 
There are two internship courses available, Bio 398, which is the occupational internship, and Bio 498R, which is the research internship. Bio 398 is appropriate for students working in a clinical or industry setting. For example, interning in a dental or medical setting would be an occupational internship (Bio 398). Bio 498R is for students performing scientific research in a lab or in the field, where there is hypothesis-driven research being performed. A minimum of 1 credit in either class is required to satisfy university and Biology internship requirements. You can register for 1 credit for every 10 hours per week of internship work, up to a maximum of 4 credits (40 hours/week). 
However, you are not required to register for more than one credit, even if you work more than 10 hours/week. You may choose this option if you don't want to pay tuition for more than one credit. 
 
****Can I get paid for my internship?**** 
Yes, if your mentor offers to pay you, but most interns are volunteers. 
 
****When can I do my internship?**** 
You can begin your internship any time after your first semester. However, it might be a good idea to consider what classes you could take that would help prepare you for your internship. For example, if you are going to work at a clinic, you might consider taking Anatomy or Introduction to Biology. Those who are entering a research lab should strongly consider completing Bio 377 before applying. These, however, are only suggestions, not prerequisites (except for internships through INBRE or UC Davis, which require completion of Bio 377). 
 
You must intern for a minimum of 10 consecutive weeks, and the internship must encompass at least one block. So generally, your internship should be done in an off-track semester and begin at the beginning of the Fall, Winter or Spring semester. You can also start an internship after the start of the semester, but the 10 weeks must be completed by the end of the semester. You can do your internship during an on-track semester also, but keep in mind that your internship should be of highest priority, so you shouldn't expect your internship to work around your work or school schedule. 
 
****Can I retroactively apply work I have already done as my internship?**** 
No. You can only count work done after your internship is approved. 
 
****Can I do an on-campus internship?**** 
Yes, but these are discouraged. The point of an internship is to become immersed in a professional office/lab in your desired career and create professional connections in a professional field. This cannot usually be done on campus. Before applying for an on-campus internship, please consult with Brother Higginbotham ( higginbothamh@byui.edu). This will usually require you to volunteer in the office/lab you plan to intern in for one semester without credit and then work again there the next semester to receive internship credit. Then you must apply for a course substitution to substitute the Bio 499R (on-campus research) with the Bio 498R (internship). 
 
****I couldn't find an internship, and I need to graduate. Is there an alternative for me?**** 
It's best to find an internship off campus in an industry that you are considering for a career, but you may choose to take the Senior Seminar (Bio 497) in place of doing an internship. Please understand that although this fulfills university and department requirements for an internship, it does not provide any of the other advantages of an internship. 
 
****How far in advance do I need to get my internship approved?**** 
The internship approval process takes about a week if everyone does their part immediately. To account for delays, we recommend beginning the process a month before you wish to begin your internship. 
 
****Can I do my internship during the 7-week Summer Session?**** 
Not usually. Because an internship must last 10 weeks, the 7 week break is not enough time to complete an internship. However, if you can start early or finish late to meet the 10 week requirement, then you can intern during that time. 
 
****How is my internship graded?**** 
There are two aspects to your final grade. 80% of the grade is based on an evaluation that your mentor at the internship will fill out that rates you on various aspects of your work. 20% of the grade is based on a video you will produce that summarizes your internship. 
 
****Is there a textbook required for my internship?**** 
No, but your mentor may require readings that you will complete. 
 
****Can I do more than one internship?**** 
Yes, but you can only take Bio 398 and Bio 498R one time each for credit. Additional internships would give you valuable experience but wouldn't be recognized by BYUI. 
 
****Can I receive Financial Aid for my internship?**** 
Yes. You can apply for many of the same kinds of financial aid you would have for your regular classes. BYU-Idaho also offers Internship Grants for students. For information and to apply, students should visit the Internship Grantsor contact a Financial Aid Counselor at financialaid@byui.edu. Generally, university scholarships can be used to pay tuition for your internships. Please contact the Financial Aid Office (208) 496-1411 for all financial aid-related questions.

****Internship Considerations**** 

- Does the internship provide an opportunity for you to develop and gain new skills beyond classroom learning that will be marketable upon graduation?
- Do you see yourself working long-term for this company or a similar company?
- Is the internship with a legitimate business where the experience itself is marketable to future employers?
- Will you have a mentor within the organization as well as other networking opportunities?

****BUS 298R**** 

- Work at least half of an academic semester (7 weeks), minimum 15 hours/week.
- 105 hours = 1 credit, 180 hours = 2 credits, 270 hours = 3 credits.
- Positions in direct sales or from home offices are against policy.
- The purpose of the internship is to give you exposure to how a business runs and operates.
- It is strongly advised you complete this course before taking the IBC courses.

****BUS 398R**** 

- Work at least half of an academic semester (7 weeks), minimum 20 hours/week.
- 270 hours = 1, 2, or 3 credits (student choice).
- Positions on campus, in direct sales, or from home offices are against policy.
- This internship should be more project-driven, heavily related to your major/emphasis, and a position that would typically require a 4-year degree.

****How to Register Your Internship**** 

- Go to I-Plan, login, and click "Internship Approval" in the menu.
- From the home page, click on "Internship Approval" at the top of the screen.
- Click "Create an Internship Request" and fill out the form. Make sure you submit your request when you have completed the form.

****The Process**** 

- Your I-Plan internship request form will be reviewed by your faculty internship coordinator, and a master agreement email will be sent to your employer.
- Internship application is sent to processing to check for a master agreement.
- Once your I-Plan form is approved AND your employer completes the master agreement, you'll be notified via email that you're **authorized** to add the internship course.
- Go to the BYU-I website, login, go to the "Student" tab, and **add the appropriate internship course***. Be sure the number of credits and semester matches your I-Plan form indications.

*Internship courses have assignments you MUST complete to get credit. Be sure to find the course in I-Learn and become familiar with the syllabus. 
 
Internship approval questions: cbcinternships@byui.edu or 208-496-9825 Registration/master agreement questions: internships@byui.edu or 208-496-9827 
 
Business Management Department Site

- An internship is required for graduation.
- It is counted as a one-credit class, CHEM498.
- An internship is a learning experience where you develop technical and interpersonal skills relevant to the chemical/biochemical industry.
- Making photocopies or washing glassware at a chemical company is not a good internship for you and the department will not approve it.
- Internships typically last between 8 and 12 weeks of full-time work.
- A minimum of 280 hrs. of laboratory work are required (7 weeks, full-time).
- Internships in chemistry and biochemistry are typically paid and some provide help with housing and relocation.
- An internship is easier to get if you have previous work experience.
- Apply early and apply often.
- It is your responsibility to find and get an internship.
- You should start applying for internships as soon as you have completed general chemistry 106 with its lab.
- Taking chemistry 220 and its lab is perhaps the best preparation for most internships. Take that class as early as possible. It will help you look better on the application.
- Students who complete their internship early can get a second internship with better pay or with a more prestigious company/university.
- Large corporations typically prefer to hire people with more than one internship.
- Working with a chemistry department faculty on an extra-curricular project is also a great way to build your resume make your application stand out.
- If you think you have a 10% chance of getting an internship, then you should apply to at least 10 different internships to have a reasonable chance to get one.

For more information, refer to the Canvas course about work experience and internships.

****CHILD 498R | Internship Requirements**** 

- Must complete 2 internship credits.
- Must work at the internship site for a minimum of 160 hours (80 hours per credit).
- Must work at the internship site for a minimum of 8 weeks.
- Must work a minimum of 10 hours per week.
- Must work directly with children, or indirectly on behalf of children.
- Once enrolled in the internship course, complete the following assignments: 
 - Complete a brief syllabus quiz.
 - Define your goals and objectives for the internship by the end of the first week.
 - Complete weekly reflection journals explaining connections between knowledge gained in your CD major classes and your work at the internship.
 - Give a presentation on your internship experience in the Professional Development course - you will be notified by the instructor when this will occur.
 - Write a final report that assesses what you have learned or accomplished.
 - Submit personal evaluation, supervisor evaluation, and CD Program Survey.
 - Submit weekly time logs signed by supervisor documenting hours worked (submit all weekly time logs together at the end of the semester).
- Note: Hours worked completing assignments for the internship do not count toward the required 160 hours working at the internship site.
- Internships can start two weeks before the semester begins and/or end two weeks after the semester is over. 
 - Let the instructor know in advance if you are starting before the semester begins or finishing after the semester ends.

****Prerequisite**** 
 
CHILD 365L, CHILD 345L, ECD 350L, or ECD 360L 
 
****Co-requisite**** 
 
CHILD 440 (only offered face-to-face)

Visit the Communication Internship Requirements page for details.

****CSE Department Requirements**** 
 
An internship experience should help the student gain the skills, knowledge, and experience necessary to become qualified for and successful in their chosen profession. 
 
****All internships must be directly related to the student's major**** (see University's Guidelines and Handbook for special cases like Summer, Entrepreneurial, On-Campus or International Internships) this policy is applicable for our ABET certification and International laws (see International Services). 
 
Due to different companies' definitions of our field, we need to look at each application carefully, we can't just take the job title at face value. We do have a simple test for each of the degrees, more complex jobs need detail description and discussion. 

- Cyber - Are you working with network or informational security
- Cloud - Are you working with computer services?
- CS/SWE - Are you programming?
- WDD - Are you working UX or Front-End development?
- ECN - Are you working with circuits, or software drivers?

To help us out, please indicate in the iPlan: Internship Request's Job Description, how this job relates to your major or minor. **Help or Service Desk jobs are considered call-center jobs and do not count for any major** (see University's Guidelines). Remote jobs are typically accepted, thank you COVID-19. 
 
****Requirements per degree**** 
 
Major and corresponding Internship class and requirements for paid internships: 

| Major | CS/SWE | Cloud | Cyber | Cloud | Web | EE/CE | CIT/BAT |
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| Class | CSE 398 | ITM 298R | ITM 298 | ITM 398 | ITM 398 | ECEN 398 | CIT 498E/ITM 398 |
| Avg. Hours w/out Approval | 400 | 400 | 400 | 400 | 400 | 400 | 400 |
| Min. Weeks w/out Approval | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 |
| Min. Num. of Credits | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 |
| Pre-approved Alternative Path | CSE 397 | ITM 295 or (WDD 199 and WDD 299) | ITM 295 or (CSE 199X and CSE 399X) | CSE 397 | WDD 199, 299, 399, and 499 | ECN 397 and 6 Credits (See Catalog) | CIT 490E and CSE 499 |
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1. ****Hours:****All internships are targeted around an average of 400 hours +/- 100 hours, depending on the company's internship program. Some companies have small internships less than 300 hours which needs approval by the Internship Coordinator. Over 500 hours is up to your digression.
2. ****Weeks:****An internship should be about a semester long, so 10-14 weeks. We go with the company's internship program as default, and then our policy.
3. ****Credits:****Credit is not based on number of hours you work. You can take it for 1 credit or up to 3 credits, but the other additional 1-2 credits come from your General Electives not your Degree Electives.
4. ****R:**** Class that end in R are repeatable, meaning you can take the class again, and it will show up on your transcript as a second class. If you fail the 1st class, the 2nd class does not replace the grade.
5. ****Alternative Path:**** There are classes you can take that substitute for the internship class. You need approval to take these classes, and they have high pre-requisites as part of the approval. We feel that internship is the best return on your investment.

****Non-paid internships:**** We prefer and we hope you get a paid internship. If a paid option does not present itself, but an unpaid one does, we don't expect you to be working full-time on that job, but part time. The minimum hours (400/2 = 200) or weeks(10/5 = 5) are reduced by half, whichever is greater (200 hours = 10 weeks * 20 hours/week = 5 week * 40 hours/week ). We do expect that you are trading your time for new skill sets, domain knowledge and training that will help you in your future career. 
 
****CSE 498R****: Is an elective class. Its requirements are half of what CSE 398 is in hours and weeks. This class's credits can count toward your degree electives. 
 
****Max Internship Credits:****A total of 6 internship credits may be taken over the course of your education at BYU-Idaho. ******WARNING******: If you take 398 for 4 credits, then take another internship class at 3 credits, because the 2nd class is over you do not receive any of the 3 credits, so take it as 2.

****Internships**** 
 
It is never too early to start thinking about your internship. The purpose of the internship is to provide the student with real-world experience and aid him or her in decisions about future careers in the field of dance. Contact Career Center for more information. 
 
****Information:**** 

- All pedagogy majors are required to complete an internship.
- Prerequisites: DA 356 and 357 or 358
- Students should complete their internships during their junior year. It is encouraged that you take the information you learned during your internship and apply it to your capstone project.
- The internship must be a minimum of 7 weeks (at least 10hrs/week) 1 credit=70 hours, 2 credits=140 hours, and 3 credits=200+ hours.
- If teaching: 1 hour of prep will be counted for every 1 hour of teaching; thus 5 hours of teaching/week is the equivalent of 10 hours/week.
- Students must register for the internships before the third week of school.
- Past experience will not be counted towards an internship.
- Students are responsible to track hours on a weekly log report.

****To get started:**** 

- Find an internship
- Complete approval form on I-Plan 
 
 - Click on "Internship Approval" on the upper navigation bar
 - Select "View Internship"
 - Select "Create an Internship Request"
 - Fill out all required information and hit "Submit" found on the bottom of the page
 - Your Internship Approval Form will then be sent to your Faculty Internship Coordinator for review and approval.
 - An email will be automatically sent to your experience provider requesting that they review and accept our Master Internship Agreement.
 - You may return to the link provided below to follow the progress of your internship approval and registration.

****How to find an internship**** 

- Finding an internship
- IDEO (Idaho Dance Education Organization)
- NDEO (National Dance Education Organization)
- Jacobs Pillow
- Dancers Workshop Jackson Hole Wyoming
- Ririe Woodbury
- Repertory Dance Theatre
- SALT
- Rexburg Community Theatre (RCT): Ann Cluff (anncluff@gmail.com) (rctheatre.org)
- Madison High School Musical Theatre: Robert Hibbard (hibbardr@msd321.com)
- Madison Middle Musical Theatre: Jordan Camron (camronJ@msd321.com)
- Idaho International Dance Festival: Mindy Larsen (larsenme@byui.edu)
- BYU-Idaho Dance Department Facebook page
- Arthur Murray (Ballroom)
- Fred Astaire (Ballroom)
- Local Ballroom Programs
- Disney
- Private owned studios
- BYU-Idaho Alumni

****Initial Report**** 
 
The report must include objectives agreed upon by the intern and employer such as the general nature of the work, timelines, outcomes, and assessments, along with the intern's personal goals. 
 
****Final Written Report**** 
 
This 3-5-page report will be due two weeks after the internship ends. The report should include an accounting of the work accomplished, an analysis of what has been learned, and a description of possible career changes or insights as a result of the internship. Copies of the weekly log report should also be included. 
 
****Employer Evaluation**** 
 
It is expected that the supervisor fills out a one-page evaluation form and provides the student with a letter of recommendation. 
 
****Oral Presentation**** 
 
This presentation must be completed before the student graduates. The student will be invited to share a PowerPoint presentation of their internship experience during the dance majors' meeting held each semester.

****DS498R | Data Science**** 

- The internship should result in over 300 hours worked during roughly a 3-5 month period.
- Be similar to your target job. Think about the job you want upon graduation. Your internship should be as similar to that job as possible.
- Data should be involved in your work.

****Prerequisites**** 
 
Take 1 of the following: 

- DS250 - Data Science Programming (2)
- DS350 - Data Wrangling and Visualization (3)

****Internship Assignments**** 

- Review the internship work that needs to be turned into I-learn at the end of your internship. In addition to the journal, there is a report to be turned in where you are asked to respond to reflection prompts.

****Internship Considerations**** 
 
An internship is a powerful way to explore possible career paths and apply your education to real-life situations. 
 
Firms visit the Department of Design and Construction Management every week of the semester to recruit students for internship positions. Attending seminars and participating in the student society are great ways to network and find internships. It is the student's responsibility to find an internship. 
 
Two internships are required for all Design and Construction Management students seeking a bachelor's degree. It is suggested that students give prayerful consideration to the type of firm and industry they work for since 80% of our students receive full time job offers during their second internship. If this is a 498 internship, do you see yourself working for this company after graduation? 
 
Does the company have a reputable internship program and provide a dedicated mentor to help you have a successful learning experience? 
 
****Getting Approved for Const 298 and Const 498**** 
 
All Construction Management internships must be pre-approved and registered for before a student begins their internship experience. To be approved: 
 
1. Students need to complete the necessary prerequisites and complete an internship approval form. For Internship Registration visit byui.edu/IPlan, login, and click on the "Internship Approval" tabs. 
 
2. All internships should be 40 hours per week for at least 14 weeks (1 semester) in duration or a total of 560 hours. All internships are for 1 credit. Internships must be related to design and construction and cannot be direct sales, working for another student, or working for themselves. 
 
3. After approval, a master agreement will be emailed to the internship provider. 
 
4. It is then the student's responsibility to ensure that their internship provider signs and submits the master agreement to I-plan. Most firms that recruit on campus for internships have previously signed this form. 
 
5. International students need to make sure they receive their I-20 with the CPT approval with the correct dates of the internship before they start working. If they decide to extend their internship, students must make sure they submit a request in Synapsis. 
 
6. After approval it is the student's responsibility to register for the internship course. There are assignments that must be completed with a minimum grade of C-, to receive credit for the internship. The department reserves the right to deny any internship not meeting the requirements. 
 
****Internships After Course Work (last semester)**** 
 
Students are only allowed to do their internship as their last semester if they meet one of the following conditions: 
 
1) Student has a full-time offer after graduation with the company where the internship will take place. A written and accepted offer must be presented to the Department Chair and attached to the internship application. 
 
2) Students transferred into one of the DCM degree programs with 30 or more credits. This will be evident by the number of "unused" credits on the student's degree audit. 
 
3) If a student has been on fast-grad, the student may be allowed to do the internship last. 
 
Visit the Design and Construction Management Course on I-learn (Canvas) for more details. Follow the Internships link.

****What is an internship?**** 
The purpose of an internship is to obtain practical and valuable work experience, to apply skills and knowledge learned in school, and to gain exposure to various job opportunities. An internship student must: 

- be in a job directly related to the economics major.
- register for Econ 398 in advance in order to get credit for the internship.
- have the internship application approved by the Econ department internship coordinator.

Internships are a great opportunity for students to "test drive" careers - giving them the chance to see what workers in that industry do from 8-5 Monday thru Friday. 
 
Internships should generally be a "stepping stone" into your future career. Internships are typically 30 to 40-hours a week positions that last for the length of a semester (10-14 weeks). 270 hours minimum. 
 
****Top 5 reasons to do an internship:**** 

1. It's required for your degree
2. Valuable experience
3. Learn more about and engage in the practice of economics
4. Try out a prospective employer
5. Build your resume

****Who should complete an internship?**** 
Everyone here. Every BYU-Idaho economics and financial economics student is required to complete an internship in order to graduate. Internships are still highly recommended to those who aren't required to complete them. Multiple internships are encouraged! 
 
****When should you do your internship?**** 
Your department internship coordinator will be able to give you a better idea of when you should complete your internship, based on the coursework you have completed. A basic outline would be: 

- Internships are typically done between the junior and senior year
- Internships are best done when you are "off-track"
- Bad times to do the internship course: 
 - Too soon: You have to meet the requirements first for it to count
 - Too late: Get it done before graduating - don't have it hang over you

****Where should students work?**** 
Internships are typically done outside of the Rexburg/Intermountain West region. It's a great opportunity to explore new places and regional culture. So far, BYU-Idaho interns have worked in all 50 states and many foreign countries. 
Thousands of internship Experience Providers are currently registered in the BYU-Idaho Internship Database, Career Center****!!**** 
Required internships should be done AT the business you'd like to work for after graduation, or at a company similar in size and function. 
 
Because you will most likely be completing your internship outside the area, it's best to plan ahead educationally as well as financially. 
 
****How do you get started?**** 
Students are responsible for lining up their own internship experiences, but we're definitely available to help you! Follow these steps to get started: 

- Visit with your department internship coordinator (me) to discuss internship requirements and/or prerequisites - before the end of your sophomore year if possible.
- Through regular job search, networking, advising, and/or your department coordinator, find the appropriate internship. Internships must be directly related to your major and involve the opportunity to apply economics research to the experience. ****INTERNSHIP EXPEDITIONS!****
- ****Use the**** Internship and Career Services website****!!****
- Fill out the online internship approval form that goes to your department internship coordinator for approval & processing.
- You must be registered for the internship course BEFORE beginning work. No credit will be given for previous/past experiences.

****Finding an Internship**** 
 
****Q:****Okay now that I'm considering an internship when in my college career should I think about doing an internship? 
 
****A:**** Traditionally, internships are usually done in the break between the junior and senior years. Typically, some companies will only offer internships during the summer break. However, BYU-I students sometimes have an advantage in that they can work during their off-track, which might be during what is traditionally a fall or winter semester. 
 
****Q:**** When do I have to start looking for an internship? 
 
****A:****It is best to begin looking for an internship at least a year out from the semester you actually want to work at the internship. Check for information like application dates, duration of the internship, special considerations, etc. If you want to do an international internship that time frame needs to expand to eighteen months away from the semester you want to do in the internship. International internships require administrative permission beyond the department supervision, so be prepared for some resistance. 
 
****Q:**** Will the English Department find my internship for me? 
 
****A:**** No. While the internship coordinator might have a list of people who have called about an internship, you are responsible for finding your own internship. 
 
****Q:**** Where do I look for an internship? 
 
****A:**** Everywhere. Places to start include Career Navigator, which has a link on the BYU-Idaho website. Career Navigator has a list of places that have previously taken BYU-Idaho interns, and employers will sometimes list internships on that site. Another place is the Internships & Career Services office (208-496-9827 or internships@byui.edu). Check out the Career Fair every semester for companies that are looking for interns. If you start going early and you talk to the same people every time you go, they will know your name and be more inclined to help you find an internship. 
 
Service missionaries are also in place in several larger cities. They can sometimes help you with contacts and often have contact with Young Single Adult wards in that area as an additional resource. 
 
Also, check out places in your hometown or city in which you want to intern. Do your parents/ siblings/family work for a bigger corporation? Do those companies have interns? What about your local businesses or non-profits? Is there a political candidate or a political party that you feel strongly about? What about the local library? Do they have an internship program? What about your local museum? Using resources such as LinkedIn and your own personal networking are also ways to locate possible internship opportunities. 
 
****Q:**** Can I teach English In China and have that count toward an internship? 
 
****A:**** No. Teaching English in a foreign country will not count toward an internship. While it may be a powerful experience, it lacks some of the accountability to supervision required for an internship. 
 
****Q:**** I have to stay in Rexburg and every opportunity here is maxed out. What can I do? 
 
****A:**** Another option you may want to consider is the Applied Learning Projects. Companies have contacted BYU-Idaho with projects. Students work on those projects and get real-world experience working on the project. You may want to talk to the English internship coordinator if you decide this is an option you wish to pursue. Or you can find out further information by reaching out to the Research and Business Development Center here in Rexburg 208-356-5009. 
 
****Q:**** But I'm an English major! What kinds of jobs can I do with an English degree--especially in the corporate world? 
 
****A:**** For English majors, this is always a confusing and sometimes stressful question. Think about being an English major in terms of the skills you acquire as an English major. If you have trouble thinking of those skills, I-Plan has a section called Education Strategy. It measures interest and filters through 900 plus occupations based on the level of interest. Once you've gotten a list of possible occupations, you can click on the occupation to see the list of skills needed for that occupation. Those skills are based on the U.S Department of Labor statistics. You can then decide what kinds of skills you have and what kind of skills you might need to acquire. You can take this interest survey as often as you like and look at a variety of jobs every time. 
 
More immediately, think about how the skills you have are needed in business. For instance, major corporations often have a company newsletter or magazine. Does that group need interns? What about the presentations a company does, does that group need an intern? What about the human resources department? Who writes their training manuals? What about a usability testing department? Who takes care of their social media presence, including things like Twitter and the Web? Does the company have a blog? Who writes those entries? Does the company have a web page that explains its products or services? Who writes those entries? 
 
****Q:**** Do I get paid for a work experience to count as an internship? 
 
****A:**** No. In fact, you should probably assume that you're not going to get paid. Many, if not most, English internships are unpaid. Getting paid is a bonus but isn't necessary for the work experience to count as an internship. 
 
****Q:**** What qualities should an internship have? 
 
****A:**** ****Hours:**** We expect you to work a minimum of 70 hours per credit that you want to earn and the university expects you to work a minimum of 7 weeks. For those of us who are math-challenged, that means that 70 hours X 3 credits = 210 hours of work. That usually works out to 15 hours a week for a typical 14-week semester. (Because disasters happen, plan on working a little more to make sure you meet the minimum). You can always work more hours for less credit, but we expect a minimum of 70 hours per credit that you earn. 
 
****A qualified supervisor/mentor:**** One of the purposes of the internship is to help the intern advance in his or her skills. For that, you need a qualified supervisor/mentor who will look at your work, provide helpful and accurate feedback, help you correct any problems or mistakes, and help you be better at the end than you were at the beginning of your internship. They should be experienced in their field in order to provide this feedback. This particular requirement is especially important during an online internship. The internship coordinator will typically ask how you and the mentor will communicate, whether you have an established meeting time or communication system in place, and in what ways will the mentor assign and assess your work. 
 
****Some English Skills should be involved:**** However, those skills don't necessarily have to be writing--or at least only writing. English majors have skills in analyzing data, researching, sorting data, reading and thinking critically, and organizing data and information. 
 
****Q:****Can I do an internship during the 7-week summer session? 
 
****A:**** No. The English department typically doesn't offer internships during the summer session. You can, however, work a longer internship if you tie it into the previous or following semester. For instance, you can start work in June and work through the 7-week summer session or start in July and finish in October. 
 
****Q:**** Can I use my on-campus job for an internship? 
 
****A:**** The answer is usually no, but it can be a maybe. English TA jobs can't qualify as an internship. Most on-campus jobs that count as an internship have been pre-approved and there are no currently pre-approved English internships on campus. Typically, on-campus jobs are only 20 hours per week, and on-campus jobs qualifying for an internship usually require 40 hours a week of work. Also, if you use a previous/current job as an internship, you must have increased responsibilities or different tasks, so that you can show development and progress and it more adequately reflects your learning. 
 
If, however, you have a job where your supervisor can give you additional responsibilities outside the scope of your usual job (such as a special project) or additional funds to pay for more work. You may want to explore this possibility as an internship. This usually involves getting permission from the internship coordinator of your department, and approval by the Internships and Career Services Director. Come and see the English Department internship coordinator first. He or she can help you know how to get approval from the Internships and Career Services Director. This applied to students working online or Pathway. 
 
****Q:**** Can I use working for the **Scroll** as an internship? 
 
****A:**** No. However, working for the Scroll is a great way to increase your skills. It can't count as an internship for English 398R credit, but you can work at the Scroll as elective credit. It's another great way to practice writing skills and gain some practical experience. 
 
****I Found an Internship, Now What?**** 
 
****Q:**** Company X agreed to hire me. Now, what do I need to do? 
 
****A:**** You need to fill out an internship approval form on I-Plan. It's called Internship Approval. You will need to know basic information, such as the name of your supervisor, his or her email, and phone number. You will also be asked how many credit hours you wish to register for. 
 
One of the important things here is the number of credits for which you wish to register. Remember that you have 70 hours of work per credit hour you want. If you're only going to work 10 hours for 14 weeks, that's only 140 hours. That means you can only register for at most 2 credit hours. One of the fastest ways to hang up the approval process is to ignore or miss the hours worked and the credit issued. 
 
****Q:**** Company X agreed to hire me. What do they need to do now? 
 
****A:**** If company X has had previous BYU-Idaho interns, they probably don't need to do anything more than assign you a mentor/supervisor. 
 
However, if you are lucky enough to be company X's first BYU-Idaho intern, Company X must fill out the Master Agreement. The Master Agreement can be found on the Career Navigator page. The Master Agreement provides assurance for both parties, both Company X and BYU-Idaho, that this internship is legitimate and covers areas of liability for both parties. 
 
****Q:**** I've submitted my approval form. Why can't I register for classes yet? 
 
****A:**** Once you've submitted your approval form, it goes to two places. The first place it goes is to the University Internship Office, where they check to make sure the Master Agreement is in place. The Master Agreement must be signed before you can register for classes. 
 
The second place the approval goes is to the Internship Coordinator. Most internship coordinators have irregular schedules for checking the approval list, so your application might be delayed. You might also want to make an appointment with the Internship Coordinator at this point to make sure any question the Internship Coordinator has can be easily answered. 
 
Once the Master Agreement is in place and the Internship, you should receive an email that authorizes you to register for English 398R. 
 
****Q:**** The email says I can register for 1-6 credits. What does that mean? How many credits should I register for? 
 
****A:**** English 398R is a variable credit class. That means you can register for as many credits as you would like for a total of 6 credits. Remember the formula: 70 hours of work per credit earned if you would like to register for 3 credits, you must work a minimum of 210 hours. If you're working 40 hours a week for 14 weeks, you may register for as many as 6 credits. You can always work more hours for less credit, but the minimums must be met. 
 
Something to consider is your 120 credit hours limit if you want 398R to count as an elective and count toward your general English electives and you're having a hard time coming up with English classes to take, you probably want to register for 3 credits. 
 
However, if you have way too many classes you want to take, but you need the internship to appear on your transcript, you may want to register for 1 credit. 
 
Consider this question carefully. Making adjustments after the semester is impossible, and making adjustments during the semester becomes extremely complex. It's easier to add credits than to subtract them. 
 
****During the internship, what do I have to do?**** 
 
****Q:**** What else do I have to do during the semester besides work at the internship? 
 
****A:**** In order to fulfill the requirements of the internship class, you need to submit weekly reports, a reflective essay, a portfolio of representative work, and two evaluations. 
 
****Q:**** What are the weekly reports? 
 
****A:**** The weekly reports consist of a short, typed page, usually submitted through Canvas or email (if Canvas isn't available or you're working weeks somehow out of the semester). The weekly report should detail how many hours you've worked, what you did, and what you learned as a result of what you did. These weekly reports will give you the resources for the reflective essay. 
 
****Q:**** What is the reflective essay? 
 
****A:****The reflective essay is between 4-10 pages, typed in MLA or APA style (whichever you used during your internship), double spaced. It is a personal, essay in which you, the intern, reflect on the experiences and opportunities you've been exposed to. This essay should help you (and the internship coordinator) see what you've learned and should highlight the value of the experience. 
 
****Q:**** What is the portfolio? 
 
****A:**** The portfolio should be a sample of representative work. You may want to include different kinds of work you've done, work you've done well, work that shows progress such as something you did early in the internship, and something you did toward the end that shows growth. Make sure you check to see if it is appropriate to share the material, although you can redact some information if necessary. The only person seeing this portfolio will be the internship coordinator if you submit it on paper, although you may want to use this work to show a potential employer someday. 
 
Make sure that your work is labeled, and that you've clearly identified what kind of document you've included, what skills the document is demonstrating, and why this document is important. You'll probably want to do a short introduction to most, if not all, of the document. 
 
****Q:**** Is the portfolio a paper portfolio or an online portfolio? 
 
****A:**** You can submit the portfolio in the medium that is most easy for you. Consider making this portfolio part of your professional portfolio, including items on LinkedIn, a Wix or Weebly version, or some other digital version. 
 
****Q:**** Why two evaluations? 
 
****A:**** One evaluation is done by you about you and your experience. The other evaluation is submitted by your supervisor about you and your work. The supervisor will receive the evaluation as a link in an email from the internship office. Your evaluation is linked to your Canvas class.

1 credit = 100 hours 
2 credits = 200 hours 
 
For PT, OT, ATC, Chiropractic type internships we require HRHP 359 prior to ESS 498 (but not prior to 398). 
 
For Exercise Physiology research type internships, we require ESS 375 and 375 Lab. 
 
For more information on internship recommendations, visit the Exercise Physiology Internships page.

| Requirement | FCS Education | FCS Extension | FCS Catering Concentration |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Where | Industry based | Extension Office | Industry based |
| Hours | 160 Hours | 160 Hours | 100 Hours |
| Time | At least 7 weeks | At least 7 weeks | At least 7 weeks |
| Why | To build networks for your students | To build networks at a Land Grant University | To build networks for your future |
| Credits | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| When | Jr. Year Off Track | Last semester Off Track | Last semester Off Track |
|

****Finance: FIN 398R |Business Analytics: BA 398R | Supply Chain: SCM 398R**** 
 
****Internship Considerations:**** 

- Does the internship provide an opportunity for you to develop and gain new skills beyond classroom learning that will be marketable upon graduation?
- Do you see yourself working long-term for this company or a similar company?
- Is the internship with a legitimate business where the experience itself is marketable to future employers?
- Will you have a mentor within the organization as well as other networking opportunities?

****There are three separate time requirements:**** 

1. Work at least half of an academic semester (7 weeks)
2. Work at least 20 hours/week
3. Work at least 270 hours

****Other Rules:**** 

1. Positions in direct sales are against policy
2. Remote work is discouraged but allowed when there is regular mentoring
3. This internship should be heavily related to your major/emphasis, and a position that would typically require a 4-year degree

****How to Register Your Internship:**** 

1. Go to I-Plan, login, and click "Internship Approval" in the menu.
2. From the home page, click on "Internship Approval" at the top of the screen.
3. Click "Create an Internship Request" and fill out the form. Make sure you submit your request when you have completed the form.

****The Process:**** 
 
If you have any questions about any part of this process, go into the career center, email cbcinternships@byui.edu, or call 208-496-9825. Your I-Plan internship request form will be reviewed by the internship office, and a master agreement email will be sent to your employer if you are the first student to complete an internship with their organization. 
 
Once your I-Plan form is approved AND your employer completes the master agreement, you'll be notified via email that you're authorized to add the internship course. 
 
*Internship courses have assignments you MUST complete to get credit. Be sure to find the course in I-Learn and become familiar with the syllabus and complete the assignments during your registered semester.

Before seeking an internship experience, be sure to take note of all departmental guidelines and policies listed below. 
 
****Advance Notice Required**** - Consult the Department Internship Coordinator ( Jeff Hamblin) at least one full semester in advance of the semester you would plan to actually begin your internship. Two semesters in advance is even better, especially if you: 

- Are seeking a specific job focus (product development, quality assurance, plant operations, etc.), a particular product area (i.e., potatoes, dairy, grain products, sport nutritionalists, etc.), or a specific company.
- Are planning to conduct your internship in either a Fall or Winter semester.

****Student Eligibility**** - You must be of Junior standing and have completed at least two 300-level Food Science Courses to conduct an internship for course credit. 
 
****Timing**** - Internships are traditionally conducted during the Junior or Senior year within either the Fall, Winter, or Spring semester - ideally during your off-track semester. 
 
****Duration**** - An internship in the Food Science field is typically a 10 to 12 week period of full-time employment in the food industry (i.e., 400 to 480 total working hours). However, in some cases, it may be possible for two shorter internships to collectively fulfill the 10-12 week requirement. 
 
****Course Credit**** - You may receive up to a maximum of three graded course credits (per internship experience) by enrolling in FS 498R: Food Science Internship (one credit earned for each four-week period of full-time employment [i.e., 160 working hours]). The FS 498R course may be repeated twice for a maximum of six total credits. 
 
****Compensation**** - An internship in Food Science is traditionally a short-term paid employment, though compensation is not a requirement for an internship experience. Nevertheless, any wage considerations are directly negotiated between you and the employer.

****Please download and read the "****Healthcare Administration Internship Guide****".**** 
 
****International Student Internship Requirements:**** 

- In addition to the standard requirements for internships, our international students must receive approval from the International Office as well. Without their approval, they will not be authorized to register for the class, which is what triggers the International Office to generate a CPT for the student so that they may work legally in the United States.
- International students who do not receive approval from the International Student Office before starting to work at an internship will ******lose their international student visa******.

****HIST 498R History Internship (2-6:0:0)**** 
 
Prerequisite: Permission of Department Chair or Internship Director. 
 
Practical work experience in a field that uses the skills of a history major. 
 
****Credits**** 
 
This is a variable credit course of up to 6 credits. A minimum of 70 hours on the job is required for each credit hour. This class may be repeated for credit if your internship extends over 2 semesters. 
 
****Requirements**** 

- Bi-Weekly Personal Work Journal/reports
- Work Summary Report
- Job Evaluation Report by Supervisor
- Internship Office Evaluation

History majors who work as interns are representatives of BYU-I and may be opening the door for other interns in the future. They should seek to get the most out of their internships, work hard, actively participate, and be respectful and thoughtful of others. Students should live according to the honor code.

****Prerequisites**** 
 
Junior-level status; approval of Department Internship Coordinator or Chair. 
 
****Course Description**** 
 
Internships are specifically designed to provide students with a personalized experience in a professional, Humanities-related career prior to graduation. It should enhance and augment the student's upper-division classroom studies and experience. 
 
****Credits**** 
 
Variable credit course (1-3 credits); a minimum of 70 hours of internship work experience is required for each credit hour earned. 
 
****Learning Outcomes**** 
 
a) Learn important skills working in a professional, Humanities-related field; 
b) Integrate and apply concepts and skills learned in the classroom to on-the-job work settings; 
c) Cultivate future employment opportunities and professional connections, while gaining a greater understanding and vision of career options and possibilities; 
d) Prepare for graduate/law school, professional-level employment, or other life-long learning opportunities. 
 
****Registration**** 
 
Students will register for HUM 398R to complete the internship. 
 
****Timing**** 
 
Students complete this optional Capstone experience preferably between their Junior and Senior years. As a non-work-study experience, therefore, internships are not intended to be completed between semesters. Rather, they are viewed as an after-hours, part/full-time experience, and are more likely to be available outside the BYU-Idaho area. However, a few on-campus internships have been approved (mainly in the Spori Art Gallery). 
 
Internships should have responsibilities that pertain directly to the broader Humanities/Liberal Arts, with particular emphasis on gaining experience and skills in future career-related paths and fields. 
 
Students should work closely with a mentor in the organization (Experience Provider) for whom they are working. 
 
****Preparation**** 
 
Before registering for HUM 398R, reassure that the following items are in order: 

- Research prospective internship opportunities (210-hour minimum requirement for 3 credits).
- Schedule and meet with the Humanities Internship Coordinator to gain preliminary approval.
- Officially secure the internship position.
- Familiarize yourself with the Internship requirements, specifically the Internship Journal you will keep documenting your experiences, which you will submit to the Internship Coordination at regular intervals throughout the duration of your internship experience. Journals are to be submitted twice-monthly via email and should address the 4 specific outcomes as outlined in the course syllabus (and above). Photographs are encouraged.

*It is required that you meet with the Internship Coordinator, prior to securing an internship, to discuss possible internship ideas and to ensure a smoother registration process. 
 
****Registration**** 
 
You will register for your internship via I-Plan, the new BYU-Idaho online academic planning tool. 
 
To learn how to register through I-Plan, click the button below and follow the directions. After submitting the internship registration through I-Plan, your form will be sent to the Internship Coordinator for approval. After the approved registration form is processed, you will receive an email from the University Internship office notifying you that you are then approved to register for 1-3 credits of HUM 398R. 
 
****NOTE:**** If you are the first BYU-Idaho intern to work under your Experience Provider, that particular organization MUST complete a one-time, online **Master Internship Agreement**. This agreement must be signed and on file in the Academic Discovery Center prior to the start of the internship experience. 
 
Registration Instruction

****IDS398 | Internship Experience**** 

- Work at least half of an academic semester (7 weeks)
- 100+ hours = 1 credit
- 10 hours/week minimum
- Have a full-time professional mentor during the internship

****Additional Requirements**** 

- Internships must provide students with experience in their chosen concentration. When possible, the internship should also incorporate other degree elements (minors and clusters)
- Have a class standing of at least 70 credits
- No direct sales companies

****INTST 398 | Regular Internship Experience**** 

- Must work at least half of an academic semester (7 weeks), a minimum of 10 hours per week
- 70 hours = 1 credit, 140 hours = 2 credits, 210 = 3 credits
- No direct sales companies
- Internships should be related to the student's major module (Business, Economics, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) or Policy) and should be sought ****domestically****. Any international internship will require additional meetings reviewing costs, benefits, employability enhancement, safety, and security.

****Internship Eligibility Requirements**** 
 
A student is eligible to receive university credit for their engineering technology employment if it meets the following criteria: 

1. **Type of Work**: The experience must be engineering or engineering technology related work.
2. **Supervision**: The student must work under the mentorship of an engineer, engineering technologist, or similar person who can provide engineering technology related training and work experience.
3. **Hours**: We recommend that internships be full time for an entire semester totaling between 480-600 hours (40 hrs/wk for 12-15 weeks). In order to qualify for internship credit, the student must work for a minimum of 400 hours (40 hrs/wk for 10 weeks or about 30 hrs/wk for 14 weeks).
4. **Performance**: The student's job performance will be assessed by an evaluation to be completed by the supervisor. The instructor will include that job performance assessment as one of the factors in determining the final course grade for the internship.
5. **Degree progress**: Freshmen, sophomores, juniors, and seniors are all eligible to receive internship credit as long as their experience meets the eligibility requirements and outcomes. We have purposely placed key courses in the first year of the curriculum that would qualify a young engineering technology student for significant engineering technology work. We have also discovered that companies who are willing to pay a significant wage for interns are very capable of deciding who is a sufficiently qualified candidate for the job - who they choose to hire is their business. Since one of the main outcomes of the internship is to help students discover their interests and aptitudes, what better time for this self-discovery than when a student is young in the program and can use what they learn to guide their future education? Many freshmen and sophomores have obtained excellent engineering technology related work experience earlier in their education, which has greatly affected the rest of their schooling.

****Internship Considerations**** 

- Does the internship provide an opportunity for you to develop and gain new skills beyond classroom learning that will be marketable upon graduation?
- Do you see yourself working long-term for this company or a similar company?
- Is the internship with a legitimate business where the experience itself is marketable to future employers?
- Will you have a mentor within the organization as well as other networking opportunities?

****MKT 298R**** 

- Work at least half of an academic semester (7 weeks), minimum 15 hours/week.
- 105 hours to 270 hours is required
- Positions in direct sales or from home offices are against policy.
- The purpose of the internship is to give you exposure to how a business runs and operates.
- It is strongly advised you complete this course before taking the IBC courses.
- MKT 298R IS WORTH ONLY 1 CREDIT.

****MKT 398R**** 

- Work at least half of an academic semester (7 weeks), minimum 20 hours/week.
- 270 hours is required
- Positions on campus, in direct sales, or from home offices are against policy.
- This internship should be more project-driven, heavily related to your major/emphasis, and a position that would typically require a 4-year degree.
- MKT 398R IS WORTH ONLY 1 CREDIT.

****How to Register Your Internship**** 

- Go to I-Plan**,** login, and click "Internship Approval" in the menu,
- From the home page, click on "Internship Approval" at the top of the screen.
- Click "Create an Internship Request" and fill out the form. Make sure you submit your request when you have completed the form.

****The Process**** 

- Your I-Plan internship request form will be reviewed by your faculty internship coordinator, and a master agreement email will be sent to your employer.
- Internship application is sent to processing to check for a master agreement.
- Once your I-Plan form is approved AND your employer completes the master agreement, you'll be notified via email that you're **authorized** to add the internship course.
- Go to the BYU-Idaho website, login, go to the "Student" tab, and **add the appropriate internship course***. Be sure the number of credits and semester matches your I-Plan form indications.

*Internship courses have assignments you MUST complete to get credit. Be sure to find the course in I-Learn and become familiar with the syllabus. 
 
Internship approval questions: cbcinternships@byui.edu or 208-496-9825 
Registration/master agreement questions: internships@byui.edu or 208-496-9827.

****FAML 498R | Internship Experience**** 

- 2 credits (80 hours per credit)
- Must work at least 10 hours per week
- Internships must be completed in a professional setting of the Marriage and Family Studies field and may be related to: 
 - Crisis intervention.
 - Working for or with families.
 - Family and individual support.
 - Intervention and improving others.
 - Family life education.

Please refer to the Internship module within the canvas page for Marriage and Family Studies Students for additional examples and detailed requirements. 
 
No teaching or daycare internships. 
 
Online internships can only be taken for 2 credits. 
Internships can start two weeks before the semester starts (but no sooner). 
 
Your internship must end by the last day of the semester. 
Internships that do not meet these criteria will not be approved. 

- Let the instructor know in advance.

****Note:**** Hours worked completing assignments for the internship do not count toward the required 160 hours working at the internship site. 
 
****Prerequisites**** 

- FAML 460 (Child and Family Advocacy)

****Math498 | Mathematical Sciences**** 

- Choose an internship that fits into your long-term goals. The internship should add to your mathematical training in some way.
- Consult with your academic advisor if you have questions about whether or not an internship opportunity is a good fit for you. As mathematics can be applied in a wide variety of ways, the types of internships vary just as much.
- Internship hour requirements vary based upon your desired goals. Generally, for a 3 credit internship, plan at least 20 hours a week for 14 weeks or 40 hours per week for 7 weeks (so around 280 hours). If you get an REU or SULI opportunity (or something similar) then we approve these on a case-by-case basis even if the total hours do not meet 280.
- Student choice on credit amount (1-3 credit hours), though most are 3 credits.

****Additional Link**** 
 
Mathematics Department internship page

****ME 298 │ Early Work Experience (1st job)**** 

- This course is for 1 credit.
- Full-time employment for a semester is the ideal. This is not a hard rule since the company pays the wage and, therefore, specifies the hours and schedule.
- You will need to register for ME 298 during the same semester you are employed.
- Any employment that levels-you-up from your previous jobs and provides practical mechanical experience is acceptable including: assembly line, machine operator, fabrication, mechanic, maintenance, CAD, engineering, etc.

****ME 398R │ Work Experience (2nd job)**** 

- This course is for 1 credit but may be repeated up to three times for a total of 3 credits.
- Full-time employment for a semester is the ideal. This is not a hard rule since the company pays the wage and, therefore, specifies the hours and schedule.
- You will need to register for ME 398R during the same semester that you are employed.
- Any employment that levels-you-up from your ME 298 job and provides engineering related experience is acceptable including: CAD, surveying, testing, programming, design, analysis, quality, project management, etc.

****OSH 498R | Occupational Safety and Health**** 
 
Minimum of 7 weeks and 200 hours. 
200 hours - 1 credit | 300 hours - 2 credits | 400 hours - 3 credits 
 
Students must perform work in occupational safety, industrial hygiene, environmental health, or a very closely related discipline. 
 
Internships can be found on job-search websites, and opportunities are occasionally posted in our BYU-I student society's I-Learn course (Industrial Hygiene & Safety Society). 
 
****Prerequisites**** 
 
The following types of internships require prior completion of a particular course as shown below: 

| | |
| --- | --- |
| Internship type | Prerequisite Course |
| Occupational Safety | HS 486 - Occupational Safety and Risk Management |
| Industrial Hygiene | HS 487 - Industrial Hygiene |
| Environmental Health | HS 450 - Environmental Sanitation (HS 310 is also recommended) |

****International Student Internship Requirements**** 
 
In addition to the standard requirements for internships, our international students must receive approval from the International Office as well. Without their approval, they will not be authorized to register for the class which is what triggers the International Office to generate a CPT for the student so that they may work legally in the United States. 
 
International students who do not receive approval from the International Student Office before starting to work at an internship will lose their international student visa.

****Physics Internships**** 
 
The Physics Department requires either a professional internship or a senior thesis research experience. We strongly encourage the Internship rather than the thesis research. The Internship provides the student with job experience in a physics-related field. Also, an internship provides a broader menu of experiences than we are able to provide locally. In addition, students will have the opportunity to network with professionals at other institutions and other interns, developing a broader set of experiences than is possible in the senior research class. 
 
All internships in the Physics Department provide 1 credit and is repeatable (once) for a total of two internship credits. 
 
****Requirements**** 

1. The Physics Department requires a 40 hour/week, 10-week length internship (approximately 400 total hours). The Department Internship Coordinator can modify this requirement under certain conditions. Talk to the Coordinator if your internship does **not** meet this criterion.
2. The Internship must begin by mid-term time during a regularly scheduled semester. It can extend into the 7 week Summer break.
3. The Internship must be in a physics-related field (i.e., physics, astronomy, engineering, medical physics, etc). Exceptions can be granted if the internship is **directly** related to the field that the student plans to pursue after graduating with their degree. Consult with the Coordinator before accepting and applying for the internship if it is not in a physics-related field.
4. The Internship should be a new position for you, not an extension of a previous job.
5. The Internship must provide a full-time professional mentor.
6. Although most physics internships are paid experiences, a volunteer internship is also acceptable.
7. The Internship Coordinator must approve all internship applications. If you are not sure if an internship qualifies, talk to the Coordinator before applying.

****Internship Requirements**** 
 
To graduate, students must complete an internship that meets the following criteria: 
 
****Credit Hours & Course Structure:**** 

- The internship must be at least 240 hours for 3 credits (80 hours per credit). A student may take up to 6 credits.
- The course is repeatable for additional experience.
- The internship must be related to the student's major.

****Duration & Work Hours:**** 

- The internship must last at least 7 weeks.
- Students must work a minimum of 10 hours per week.
- While students should aim to complete the internship within one semester, there is some flexibility if they cannot exceed 10 hours per week.

****Internship Placement:**** 

- Students can secure an internship independently or work with the internship coordinator to find a placement.
- Internship opportunities vary but may include established partnerships and new opportunities based on student interests.
- Internships can be in person or remote, and location is flexible.
- Internships may be paid or unpaid.

****Course Requirements:**** 

1. Initial Paper - A written assignment detailing the student's process of finding the internship.
2. Cover Letter & Resume Submission - Students must submit a professional cover letter and resume.
3. Weekly Email Journal - Students must send a weekly journal via email, documenting their tasks and experiences.
4. Final Reflection Paper - A five-page paper analyzing their internship experience, skills gained, and professional growth.

- Internships should be done during your Junior/Senior year.
- Credits are to be at least 2 credits.
- Each credit requires a 50-hour minimum commitment of service.

****PUBH 498R | Public Health Internship Experience**** 

- Minimum of 7 weeks and 200 hours
- You must do 200 hours for 2 credits. (Must meet the minimum hour requirement, but you may work more if you wish. If you do not meet the minimum, you fail the class).
- Must deal with planning, implementing, or evaluating a health/wellness program, conducting a needs assessment, or working with epidemiology.
- Often, opportunities can be found in public, worksite/ industrial, clinical, or school settings.

****Prerequisites**** 

- Must have taken MATH 221B, PUBH 240, PUBH 310, PUBH 320, PUBH 370, PUBH 390

****International Student Internship Requirements**** 

- In addition to the standard requirements for internships, our international students must receive approval from the International Office as well. Without their approval, they will not be authorized to register for the class which is what triggers the International Office to generate a CPT for the student so that they may work legally in the United States.
- International students who do not receive approval from the International Student Office before starting to work at an internship will ******lose their international student visa******.

Internship Overview

****Internship Requirements**** 
 
To graduate, students must complete an internship that meets the following criteria: 
 
****Credit Hours & Course Structure:**** 

- The internship must be at least 240 hours for 3 credits (80 hours per credit). A student may take up to 6 credits.
- The course is repeatable for additional experience.
- The internship must be related to the student's major.

****Duration & Work Hours:**** 

- The internship must last at least 7 weeks.
- Students must work a minimum of 10 hours per week.
- While students should aim to complete the internship within one semester, there is some flexibility if they cannot exceed 10 hours per week.

****Internship Placement:**** 

- Students can secure an internship independently or work with the internship coordinator to find a placement.
- Internship opportunities vary but may include established partnerships and new opportunities based on student interests.
- Internships can be in person or remote, and location is flexible.
- Internships may be paid or unpaid.

****Course Requirements:**** 

1. Initial Paper - A written assignment detailing the student's process of finding the internship.
2. Cover Letter & Resume Submission - Students must submit a professional cover letter and resume.
3. Weekly Email Journal - Students must send a weekly journal via email, documenting their tasks and experiences.
4. Final Reflection Paper - A five-page paper analyzing their internship experience, skills gained, and professional growth.

****Pre-Internship Requirements**** 
 
****Pre-Internship Hours:**** 

- Hours can be counted from high school graduation forward.
- 400 total hours required (job or volunteer) 
 - Up to 100 hours can be hours worked at a job or volunteer organization.
 - At least 300 hours must be in the recreation field (volunteer or paid).
- Students can include volunteer hours from recreation courses (professor must approve and sign off).
- Keep track of all of your hours. You will need verification from your supervisor. This is easily obtained by writing a brief summary of your job description, the number of hours you were involved, and having it signed by them.

****Process for Entering Hours:**** 
 
****After completion of the 400 hours:**** 

1. Login to your Canvas account
2. Click on the Courses tab on the left side of the page
3. Select the **Recreation Management - Major** tab
4. Click on the **Modules** bar just right of the Courses tab
5. Open the assignment titled **Recreation Management Verification Document**
6. Click on the blue tab **Submit Assignment**
7. In the submission box at the bottom of the page, select **Choose File** and upload from your computer the document containing proof of all 400 of your pre-internship hours with approval
8. Once your document is uploaded, select the **Open** button
9. Finish by clicking on the blue button **Submit Assignment**

****Additional Information:**** 

- ****Need help??**** Come talk to any of the professors about where and how to complete these hours. Any of the professors can also approve your pre-internship hours. You can also go visit with our Internship Supervisor, Whitney Raymond raymondw@byui.edu.
- If you have multiple locations/hours throughout this pre-internship, please include a summary page in your submission with the total hours worked.

****Senior Internship Information**** 
 
****Criteria:**** 

- 400 Pre-internship hours and 24 Recreation Management core course credits complete.
- Students must seek out and obtain employment or volunteer experience with a leisure activity service organization. Responsibilities must be above and beyond the seasonal staff positions. Students should seek opportunities where they will be given program planning, supervisory, and managerial responsibilities.
- 400 hours and all coursework in a 10-week period
- One location
- Go through the approval process (see below)
- Internships will not be approved during any of the between-semester breaks.

****Process for Internship Approval:**** 

1. Go to I-Plan
2. Click BYU Idaho-Login
3. Sign in with your BYU-Idaho account
4. Select **Internship Approval** from the top bar of the page
5. Follow the instructions on the page
6. Once your internship is approved, register for the RM498A it is a 3 credit course.

(All affiliation agreement questions should be directed to the internship office at 208-496-9801) 
 
****Additional Information:**** 

- Internships end the last day of the semester. There are no exceptions, so plan accordingly! It is better to start your internship 1-2 weeks early to complete the hours if needed.
- You cannot start counting your internship hours until your internship has been approved.
- There are assignments due during your internship. They will be completed on a weekly basis. Late work will be worth ½ points. There will be a full grade deduction for every 25 hours below 400.
- Watch your inbox and the **Recreation Management - Major** course for ideas on internships.

****Frequently Asked Questions**** 
 
****Do I have to complete my internship in one semester?**** Yes, it must be complete by the last day of the semester. 
 
****Who do I go to if I want advice on when/where to do my internship?**** Any recreation professor can help guide you in your internship pursuit. For Recreation Management, you can start with visiting with Sister Raymond (raymondw@byui.edu). 
 
****Who do I ask questions concerning coursework and course requirements?**** You can see Sister Raymond for all coursework--however, once you have registered for RM498A, you will be enrolled in the course on Canvas where you can also find instructions for all coursework. 
 
****How long does the approval process take?**** The approval process usually takes place in a couple of days; however, if you are interning at a new location and BYU-Idaho does not already have an affiliation agreement, this process could take several weeks. Make sure you fill out the approval form to account for this.

- You may earn 1-4 credits.
- You are required to work 70 hours per credit hour.
- Your internship needs to be a minimum of 7 weeks and 10 hours per week.

Social Work Majors are required to do two 250-hour internships, for a total of 500 hours. An internship fair will be held to help students secure placements.

Doreen Fredrickson - fredricksond@byui.edu - 208-520-1610 
 
****PRE-INTERNSHIP REQUIREMENTS**** 
 
****Pre-Internship Hours:**** 

- 400 hours required.
- All hours must be accumulated after high school graduation.
- At least 200 hours must be in the therapeutic recreation field or working with people with disabilities.
- Up to 100 hours can be from any job.
- Up to 200 hours can be in the recreation field.
- Students may include volunteer hours from recreation and therapeutic recreation courses if the professor approves and signs off on them.
- Keep track of all of your hours. You will need verification for your hours. This can be a brief summary of your job description written by your supervisor which includes the number of hours and their signature.
- If your hours are from multiple locations, please include a summary page with your submission which shows the total hours worked.
- If you need help, talk to any of the professors about where and how to complete these hours. Any of the professors can also approve your pre-internship hours. The Internship Supervisor, Sister Doreen Fredrickson, can also answer questions.

****Process for Entering Hours (after completion of the 400 hours):**** 

1. Login to your Canvas account
2. Click on the **Courses** tab on the left side of the page
3. Select the **Recreation Management-Major** tab
4. Click on the **Modules** bar just right of the Courses tab
5. Open the assignment titled **Therapeutic Recreation Verification Document**
6. Click on the blue tab that says **Submit Assignment**
7. In the submission box at the bottom of the page, select **Choose File** and then upload from your computer the document containing proof of all 400 of your approved pre-internship hours
8. Once your document is uploaded, select the Open button
9. Finish by clicking the blue button that says **Submit Assignment**

****SENIOR INTERNSHIP INFORMATION**** 
 
****Internship Approval:**** 

1. Complete your pre-internship hours and submit them.
2. Locate an internship site. Complete their requirements (application, paperwork, etc.).
3. Contact the Internship Office/Career Services to make sure there is an affiliation agreement between your internship site and BYU-I. If there is no agreement in place, ask the Internship Office to begin securing one.
4. Complete the Internship Qualification Checklist (following) and email to fredricksond@byui.edu
5. Submit your internship application: 
 - Login to BYU-Idaho
 - Sign in with your BYU-Idaho account
 - Go to I-Plan (byui.edu)
 - Select Internship Approval
 - Follow the instructions on the page
 - Once your internship is approved, register for RM498B

****Internship Criteria/NCTRC Requirements:**** 

- 560 hours
- Minimum of 14 consecutive weeks
- If you go under 20 hours in one week of your internship, you must restart; NCTRC considers a week to begin on Sunday and end on the following Saturday.
- You will not be able to count more than 45 hours per week.
- One location
- The supervisor must have a current CTRS certification (verify on nctrc.org)
- Supervisor must have CTRS certification for longer than one year to oversee an intern.
- You must get your Senior Internship approved before you begin in order for your hours to count.

****Additional Information:**** 

- Any exceptions to the criteria above must be approved by NCTRC and your academic advisor, Sister Doreen Fredrickson.
- Make every effort to have your internship end on or before the last day of the semester. You may begin your internship one or two weeks early in order to accomplish this. If your internship is not complete by the last day of the semester, you will receive an incomplete. Upon completion of your internship, an adjustment to your grade will be made.
- It is a BYU-Idaho requirement that in order to complete your internship, you must be registered for an NCTRC certification exam before the end of your internship. You will not receive a grade for the course, and will not graduate until you have completed this assignment. You can find the current NCTRC exam schedule at the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification. Keep in mind that it can take several weeks to complete the exam registration process. Make every effort to complete this assignment early in your internship.
- There are assignments due during your internship. Make sure you are turning everything in throughout the semester.
- NCTRC internship requirements can be found on their website or by calling NCTRC directly.

****Frequently asked questions:**** 

- When are office hours? 
 - Currently, there are no on-campus office hours. You may reach Sister Fredrickson most evenings by phone or e-mail. Please text before you call to set up a time to talk.
- Do I have to complete my internship in one semester? 
 - Yes, and make every effort to have it completed before the last day of the semester.
- Who do I go to if I need advice on when/where to do my internship? 
 - Any recreation professor can help guide you in your internship pursuit. You can visit with Sister Russell, Sister Greenwood, or Brother Barney. You can also e-mail or call Sister Fredrickson.
- Who do I ask questions concerning internship coursework and requirements? 
 - Once you have registered for RM498B, you will be enrolled in the course on Canvas where you will find instructions on all coursework. You may e-mail or talk to Sister Fredrickson if you have questions about the assignments.
- How long does the approval process take place? 
 - The approval process usually takes place in a couple of days; however, if you are interning at a new location and BYU-Idaho does not already have an affiliation agreement, then this process could take several weeks.

****GENERAL INTERNSHIP REQUIREMENTS**** 

- Will the internship take place in a metals manufacturing environment?
- Does the internship provide an opportunity for you to personally develop beyond your current skillset in the metals industry and leave you with a resume-building experience?
- Does the internship opportunity pique your interest? Is it more than just a job for money?
- Is the internship with a reputable business that is actively producing a product?
- Will you be under the direction of a supervisor or mentor?
- Will you have weekly access to the internet to be able to complete the internship course assignments?

****WELD 298R**** 

- Minimum of 400 total hours required. This requirement means an internship is not possible during the 7-week summer session.
- Minimum of 20 hours per week.
- WELD 298R is only offered as a 1 credit course. It can be taken multiple times.
- Self-employment or working for an immediate family is not permitted.
- Off-campus internships only.
- The purpose of the internship is to give you exposure to the metals manufacturing industry.
- WELD 170 is a prerequisite to WELD 298R

****HOW TO REGISTER**** 
 
**IMPORTANT: The following must be completed prior to starting your internship:** 

1. Go to I-Plan, login, and click "Internship Approval" in the 'Menu' dropdown.
2. From the home page, click on "Internship Approval" at the top of the screen.
3. Click "Create an Internship Request" and fill out the form. Make sure you submit your request when you have completed the form. 
 1. Your I-Plan internship request form will be reviewed by your faculty internship coordinator, and a master agreement email will be sent to your employer.
 2. Once your I-Plan form is approved AND your employer completes the master agreement, you will be notified via email that you are **authorized to** add the internship course.
4. AFTER receiving the email authorization, visit the BYU-Idaho website, login, go to the "Student" tab, and **add WELD 298R**.
5. You will then be added to a WELD 298R Canvas course where you will receive further instructions for the duration of the course.