Depending on the placement, students may be involved in a variety of hands-on activities while they test their ability to act as a participant observer. Internships allow students to use their classroom knowledge in the analysis and interpretation of what they observe. In addition, internships can help students become more marketable by providing experience and contacts. Anthropology students have interned at the Charleston Museum, LABS Primate Center, the American Red Cross, the Mayor's Office, the Underwater Archaeology office of the South Carolina Institute of Archaeology, and the Medical Examiner's Office in recent years. Students should complete at least 12 hours of Anthropology before attempting an internship.
All interns keep a record of their activities as well as attend required periodic class sessions.
They meet individually with their faculty advisor to report on their progress. They are also evaluated by their placement supervisor. The grade is based on a combination of the placement supervisor's evaluation and the evaluation of the faculty advisor. Credit is variable, ranging from one to six hours. Contact your Anthropology advisor for more information.