Internships are also a means to begin developing contacts with professionals in your field of interest. The Point Nazarene University Internship Program is designed to enhance your academic experiences by reinforcing the relevance of the academic program. At the same time, you will see that success in the workplace depends vitally on effective application of the concepts presented in academic courses. This reinforcement hopefully results in better learning and greater motivation for you as a student and employee. A growing number of companies use internships as a means of recruiting new employees instead of the normal application and interview process.
Internships provide employers an opportunity to view the abilities of candidates in a unique way.
Often, companies hire their interns for full-time positions after graduation. Types of Internships Internships differ depending on individual department policy. Students can obtain academic credit for internships. The ideal time to participate in an internship is during your sophomore or junior year or during the summer following your sophomore or junior year. This enables you to test out a tentative career choice prior to seeking a full-time position upon graduation.