An internship is a practical experience in an organization or activity that introduces a student to new environments, skills, and networks. Internships can be used to explore educational, personal, and career interests; to clarify values; and to develop and practice professional skills. Some students complete internships during the summer, other students create internships as part of their academic work during fall or spring semesters.
Dr. Chuck Nelson, and Dr. Eddie Moore faculty members in CARRS are happy to help students think through internship options. Other offices that help students think about and locate internship opportunities are the CANR Career Services and Placement, the Office of Study Abroad for International Internships, and the MSU career Services and Placement. Some departments, Institutes, and centers, including the Institute for Water Research, have internship information that is specific to particular disciplines or fields of study. Students should also ask professors in their concentrations about internship opportunities in their area of interest. |
For the academic part of the internship, students combine credit-bearing independent study with outside, work experience. Typically, students work a specified number of hours per week with a business or non-profit organization. A strong, rigorous academic component must complement the work experience. A faculty member advises the project and evaluates the student's work. Dr. Chuck Nelson supervises Park, Recreation and Tourism Resources internships, while Dr. Eddie Moore supervises all other CARRS majors. |
