The course is taught during the summer. Students of good academic standing who are judged as mature enough for this experience are eligible for the program. Most typically, juniors and seniors apply and are accepted as interns. Placements are searched out in both the public and private sectors, in the Slippery Rock area and sometimes far away depending upon a student's home community or travel capabilities. The University does not provide funds to pay interns.
Some agencies do provide a stipend.
This is most welcome and does not conflict with the guidelines of the program. Those host organizations, public or private, that have questions about providing a stipend which is less than minimum wages need not concern themselves that they are violating any law. Department of Labor rulings cover internships separately in this regard. Host Organization Responsibilities. Internship Program's Responsibilities.