An Introduction to Hosting a Successful Internship


Developed by Diablo Valley College and the Contra Costa SBDC

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Orientation Modules:

Module 1: Definition of an Internship

        A. Ideal Internships
        B. Types of Internships
        C. College Credit: Cooperative Work Experience Education

Module 2: Hosting an Intern

        A. Conduct an Internal Audit
        B. Select the Intern Supervisor
        C. Develop Work Activities and Position Descriptions
        D. Expectations of Interns
        E. Selecting and Preparing for Interns
        F. Benefits of Hosting Interns
        G. Benefits for Interns
        H. Enhancing your Intern’s Success

Module 3:  Intern Safety and Risk Management

        A. Liability
        B. Insurance
        C. Intern Safety and Personal Risk
        D. Site Selection
        E. Hold Harmless and Indemnification
        F. Fair Labor Standards Act (US Department of Labor)
        G. Independent Contractors

Module 4: Supervising and Evaluating Interns

        A. Supervising the intern
        B. Evaluations and Assessments
        C. Internship/Employment Goals
                1)    Why Set Employment Goals
                2)    SMART goal model
                3)    STAR goal model
                4)    Co-op Ed objectives