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Frequently Asked Questions Table of Contents:
How do I apply for an internship?Go to the Student Information page on this website and follow the seven steps. Back to TopWhat are the requirements for completing an internship for credit?Students interested in applying for internships must be a Marketing major, junior or senior standing with a 2.8 GPA or higher, and must have already completed MAR 3023 with a B or better. Back to TopWhere can I find a list of potential internship employers and/or can my current job count as an internship?There is no published list of employers due to constant changes in internship sponsors. However, you can stop by the Internship Office if you have questions or an interest in a specific area. Additionally, current jobs cannot count for internship credit unless you transfer to a different department with different job tasks and work under a new supervisor. Back to TopIs it possible to find an internship on my own and still receive credit?Yes. Since the requirements are the same for all employers you should look at the employer requirements listed under the Employer Agreement on the employer page of this site and make sure that companies you are looking at will agree to meet those terms. If so, then have your future employer download and fill out the forms on the employer page and fax it to the Internship Coordinator at 407-823-3891. Back to TopI've got an internship, now what?Contact the Internship Office immediately so you can begin to fill out the secondary paperwork and start the registration process. Additionally, double check with your employer and make sure they have turned in an Intent-to-Sponsor form and an Employer Agreement. You cannot register until those forms (and all of your paperwork) has been approved. In addition, you must attend the mandatory orientation (Date TBA). Back to TopHow many internships can I do for credit?One. However, we will be more than happy to help you secure as many internships as you want that are not for credit. Just stop by the office and check out the non-credit internship opportunities are posted on the Internship Board located outside BAII 307J. Back to TopWhen can I pick up my end of semester report?After grades have been posted by the Registrar during Internship Office hours. Back to TopAre internships paid?Yes and no. Since we host a variety of profit and nonprofit organizations, the rate of pay is dependent upon the organization. Back to TopWhat is the quality of the internship experience and the flexibility in working hours?Due to the variety of employers, there are many different internship work experiences. Some are very structured like Sea World and others are more self-directed like The Hope and Help Center. Work schedules are determined by the student intern and the employer so any questions regarding work schedules must be directed to the employer. If you are interested in learning more about a particular firm that has contacted you for an interview you can always contact the Internship Office and we will try to help answer your questions.If you still haven't found what you are looking for please contact us. We will be more than happy to answer questions and assist you in your internship experience.Copyright © 2001 University of Central Florida-Department of Marketing.All rights reserved.
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