It is a rigorous demonstration of a doctoral student's understanding of the scientific basis of work in I-O psychology. The examination is created by the student's advisory committee, and is tailored to the student's career goals. Successful completion of this examination advances the student to doctoral candidacy, and permits them to begin the internship and the dissertation. The internship is a full calendar year in duration. Its purpose is to maximize the development of professional skills of each student.
Internships are available in many corporations and consulting firms.
The I-O program faculty has connections with many such organizations, and will provide assistance to students seeking internships. However, students bear the ultimate responsibility for applying and gaining acceptance to internships, many of which are competitive. Evaluation of Knowledge and Skills Throughout graduate training, the I-O program faculty members assess each student's progress. Evaluation focuses on development of general knowledge in the field of psychology, the specialty area of I-O psychology, and related professional skills. Additionally, students entering their first year of training will have the opportunity to participate in an assessment center, designed to provide individualized feedback on strengths and developmental areas.