If you have a disaster response plan, tell the students where they should go in case the building needs to be evacuated. Compliment the student to reinforce appropriate behavior, appearance, or performance. Give credit if due in exhibits, publications, etc. At the end of the semester, show your appreciation, e.g. a certificate, small gift, or lunch. Similarly, learn from your intern about the current issues and concerns of college students.
Interns seek knowledge helpful in career planning.
Ask them about their job fantasies and try to help them explore career options. Expose the student to the work that professionals do at the work site and, if feasible, take or send the student on a field trip to another site where the student can meet other professionals. The student can be invited to attend staff meetings or go with staff to educational meetings. Supervisors should try to assist the student in gaining useful knowledge to formulate career plans. Give the student time to read professional literature available at the site, as well as publications about the organization.