The following are some frequently asked questions about our internship program at the College of Business. For more information, contact Dr. H. Steve Leslie at 870-972-3430.
WHAT IS AN INTERNSHIP?
An internship is an opportunity for students to receive real-world experience directly related to their major field of study. In addition to the experience, an internship can enhance students' résumés and make them more likely to get interviews and/or jobs after graduation.
HOW SOON CAN I DO AN INTERNSHIP?
You must have at least 9 upper-level hours in your major (12 hours if you are in accounting), which are above and beyond the core classes.
WHAT’S THE PROCESS TO GET AN INTERNSHIP?
- It's best to begin early or mid-way through the semester before you want to do your internship. To get started, follow these steps:
- Read the policies and guidelines on this site.
- If you meet the criteria, complete the Internship Agreement Form and schedule a meeting with Dr. Leslie.
- Please email your resume to Dr. Leslie. If Dr. Leslie has approved a specific company, you may email the company directly.
- Interview with your selected company
- If approved, the company must complete its section of the Internship Agreement Form.
- Dr. Leslie will approve you to register for the internship course in Self-service Banner.
- Follow the internship syllabus and complete all assessments and course
- Maintain communication with Dr. Leslie throughout your internship.
The Neil Griffin College of Business does not give retroactive credit. You must be approved before starting an internship unless that internship was completed while enrolled at another university.
CAN I DO AN INTERNSHIP WHERE I AM CURRENTLY WORKING?
Under certain circumstances, students may be approved to do internships where they are currently working. For example, if you are a bank teller, and your bank is willing to let you intern in the trust department or HR department, that may be permissible. If you can obtain experience directly related to your major at the place where you currently work--and it is NOT what you are currently doing--please contact Dr. Leslie to discuss this possibility further.
ARE INTERNSHIPS PAID?
This depends on the internship. While you can apply to only paid internships, you limit yourself when you do this. Please consider the true purpose of internships before making your final decision.
