Explore our step-by-step guide for a comprehensive overview of the internship process. Discover how to secure valuable academic internships that bridge classroom learning with real-world experience. If you’re considering an academic internship, follow these steps:
Process: Step-by-Step Instructions
Meet with your academic advisor
This is an essential step so that you may explore the timing and “fit” for an internship. Some internships, especially those that are paid, may take as long as six months or more to secure. It’s never too early to start the conversation about internships!
Determine your status
- Do you currently have at least a 2.25 overall grade point average? (Paid internship GPA requirements are determined by the site, but require a minimum of 2.0 with the college.)
- Will you have at least 48 semester hours completed by the start of the internship?
If you answered “yes” to both questions, you are currently eligible to apply for an academic internship.
Meet with your academic liaison
These faculty members can suggest options for possible internships or direct you to other faculty who can help.
Bring an updated copy of your resume with you to the meeting. If you do not have one, contact the Edge Career Center for assistance.
If you have an internship site in mind, discuss it with your Academic Liaison to ensure it meets Bassett requirements. Otherwise, work with your liaison to identify your interests so they can help you secure a site that is in line with your career goals.
Register for the internship course
Make sure you register for the internship. Depending on your department, you may need to ask for permission from the academic liaison to enroll in the course.
Complete the internship application
Once you have secured your internship placement site and registered for the course, the Bassett Internship Application will be found on MyMaconWeb under “Other Forms”.
Note: The Bassett Application Form will not appear on MyMaconWeb until you have registered for the course.
Once all individuals have signed off on your form, you will receive a confirmation e-mail indicating that your form has been approved.
Questions?
If you encounter problems or have questions not answered by the department liaison or your faculty supervisor, please feel free to contact Dr. Ed Showalter, EdShowalter@rmc.edu, Director of the Bassett Internship Program.