It is intended to serve a cross-training function within the University. Interns are not paid by the host units but rather they continue being paid by the employing unit to which they are assigned. All internships must be supported by the intern's employing unit. The internship is intended to last for one semester but may be extended one time and remain within the program. Extensions must be agreed upon by the intern, the intern's employing unit, and the intern's host site.
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Critical to the success of this program is the assumption that through experience, learning occurs. It is the responsibility of the participant to engage and participate in this process of learning through the internship program. This initiative is consistent with the recommendation in Plan 2008 that called for increasing professional development for academic staff and also for an administrative internship program. This initiative would also be consistent with the report from the Ad Hoc Committee on Workplace Issues and the Career Paths Committee. Increase understanding of University processes and functions through active engagement in a unit outside the participant's current experience.