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Senior Internship
What is It?
The Senior Internship Program gives students an
opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a career of their choice. It
provides the chance for seniors to pursue a one-credit, independent, non-paid
internship experience. This program allows students to link their interests and
preferences to research and career exploration. Any senior with an interest to
learn about potential career/college choices may participate in the course.
What are the Benefits of Taking Part in the Senior Internship Program?
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The opportunity to gain an in-depth view of the career of their choice |
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One school credit |
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Gives students a major advantage in the college application process because universities view internships favorably |
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Interns may establish connections that can lead to future employment |
How to Enroll
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Have your child fill out enrollment form (download here) |
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Return completed form to the Business Department Office (deadline noted on application) |
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For further information contact the Internship Coordinator at (516) 377-9227 |
What Are Your Responsibilities?
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Students will be enrolled in a fall term class where they learn interviewing, research, resume writing, and presentation skills. By mid-October students will start looking for internship placements. |
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By mid-November, students will report to their internship site and begin keeping daily journals. All students will report to a professional work site and arrange a schedule with his or her mentor. The flexibility of the Internship schedule will be dependent upon the mentor’s work schedule/responsibilities and the student’s school schedule. Eighty (80) hours must be completed by May. |
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Fill out an Internship Application and meet with the Internship Coordinator. |
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Complete various assignments related to their Internship. |
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Complete an academic research paper. |
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Meet with a mentor in order to arrange convenient days/hours. |
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Attend internship seminars as scheduled and maintain time sheets. |
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Keep weekly logs. |
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Complete an Internship Presentation. |
Keep in Mind
Evening, weekend, and/or vacation commitments may be required to fulfill the 80 Internship hours. Students are responsible for transportation needs.
Click here to see our interns at Northrop Grumman Corporation
Click here to see our interns at the Nassau County Police Department
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