The Office of Experiential Learning and Community Engagement offers students the opportunity to gain valuable experience in a professional setting.
Professional experience partnered with a four-year degree is highly valued to prospective employers in today’s competitive job market.
Through the guidance of our office, students are given the opportunity to design an internship that allows them to develop skills and confidence needed for future success.
Within a real work environment, students are able to apply skills acquired from academic coursework, to situations that are applicable to their future careers.
So what are you waiting for? Come in to Roosevelt and sign up with us today.
The Office of Experiential Learning and Community Engagement
WHY DO AN INTERNSHIP? INTERNSHIP PROGRAMS • THINK BIG WE DO
Students who participate in an internship through the Office of Experiential Education and Community Engagement gain valuable experience that helps to prepare them for their future career environments.
We offer students the
opportunity to gain academic free-elective credit in virtually any field, anywhere in the US. Through the program, students are able to develop a professional skillset from working with an existing placement site or design their own. We encourage students to find or design an internship that will help to further their career development in the most personally benefitting way possible.
competitive job market, having experience can give you an edge that will ultimately set you apart from
other applicants.
An appealing resume usually contains credible work
experience that helps to showcase your qualifications and abilities. Often, employers see interns as prospective employees and may hire the student for a position when they complete their undergraduate career. An internship may also give you insight towards determining if this is the right career path for you. Gaining experience is also a great way to instill confidence in yourself.
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Internships can help to open many doors that will lead to professional success. In today’s
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BE ENGAGED.
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS • Students may participate in a Fall, Spring, or Summer semester internship • Must have a 2.5 GPA or higher • Students must have a minimum of 60 credits prior to internship • Available free elective credit - students are advised to meet with their academic advisor • Students must be in good academic and social standing
Internships are offered in the fall, spring, and summer semesters.
Hours and Credits Fall/Spring Internship Hours (13 Weeks) 3 Credits
117 Hours Total
9 hours per week
6 Credits
208 Hours Total
16 hours per week
9 Credits
312 Hours Total
24 hours per week
12 Credits
416 Hours Total
32 hours per week
+ 3 Credits for the Internship Seminar
In the fall and spring semesters, the cost of internship credit is the same as class tuition. Students who chose to do a summer internship will receive reduced tuition. Students will receive free elective credit for ITR 302 (field experience) and ITR 304 (seminar). A PASS/FAIL grade will be given for the field experience credits (3, 6, 9, or 12 credits)
Summer Internship Hours (10 Weeks) 3 Credits
100 Hours Total
10 hours per week
6 Credits
200 Hours Total
20 hours per week
9 Credits
300 Hours Total
30 hours per week
12 Credits
400 Hours Total
40 hours per week
+ 3 Credits for the Internship Seminar
The seminar is worth 3-credits and can be taken online through Sakai or face-to-face on the Kingston campus, depending on the semester. Students should begin the internship search the semester before they plan to intern, and should have the internship finalized two weeks prior to that semester.
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Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
• Complete an online application at www.uri.edu/internshipapplication.
• Attend an Information Session held every weekday at 1:00pm in the Roosevelt Hall 1st floor lounge.
• Meet with an academic advisor to determine your amount of available elective credits.
• Start searching for your internship. Tips and resources will be provided at the information sessions.
Step 4
Step 5
Step 7
• Accept an internship position and ask your placement supervisor to complete the Supervisor Paperwork located at www.uri.edu/uc/internships/forms
• Make an appointment to meet with your Internship Advisor to register for your internship credit.
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Step 6
• Apply/Interview for positions. Be sure to find an internship that you feel will benefit you in your career goals.
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AN INTERNSHIP THAT SETS THE STAGE URI communications major Justine Kolsky always dreamed of working for NBC’s Saturday Night Live. That dream turned into reality when she was chosen from among thousands of applicants
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department for the famous TV show. Not only did she make sure all of the décor, furniture, and props were accurate, she also maintained set photo albums for every skit and was on the scene to tackle any set problems during rehearsals and performances. These are just a few examples of the hundreds of placement sites where our interns have worked. Student’s will have the opportunity to get their foot in the door at organizations that will help them build up to their dream careers. Come in today to begin your search!
EXPERIENCE MAKING BIG CHANGE Mike Bailey’s internship experience Newport Biodiesel. The environmental chemist works on converting cooking waste oil into biodiesel fuel that can in turn be used to fuel a car. His work also helps to lower our carbon footprint here at
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FINDING THE PERFECT INTERNSHIP Step 1: Plan Ahead Before embarking on your internship search it is important that you are prepared. To begin brainstorming, sit back and think to yourself, “What is my dream job?” This will allow you to have a general focus as to what type of internship would be ideal for you. The next step is to identify your skills, interests, values, and personality. As a unique individual you bring certain skills that other applicants may not. It is important to identify these strengths in order to use them to benefit you when applying for internship opportunities.
Step 2: Prepare Your Resume Create a rough draft of your resume including your academic background, work experience, and any other information that may attribute to the job position. It is important to note that certain jobs may have different requirements so you may want to modify your resume for each application. Next, schedule an appointment with Career Services to review your resume and discuss potential job placements. Career Services is located in 228 Roosevelt Hall and may be accessed via http://career.uri.edu.
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Step 3: Start Searching: It is important to consult various resources when conducting an internship search. Often, there are a variety of opportunities available in particular fields. Helpful Search Engines: • career.uri.edu (RhodyNet) • www.uri.edu/internships/explore Can’t Find The Perfect Internship?
• www.internships.com
Create your own internship! Many companies and organizations are willing to accept interns even if they do not have a specific intern program. Begin by preparing a set of goals: 1.
What do I want to learn while interning?
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Where do I want to work?
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What state, city, etc. do I want to search for an internship?
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What companies could potentially cover the first 3 steps?
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What is my availability for this certain semester?
Use company websites and Google in order to research and
In an email, phone call, or voice message you should identify yourself and briefly explain your interests. Be sure to leave your phone number and email and any information that may help them consider you for a position.
gain a good understanding of the company or organization. Search for any contact information including phone numbers and emails, and be prepared to leave messages that are short and to the point.
Step 4: The Interview When being interviewed, always be sure to dress professionally. Be sure to know the correct address and location of the company, and arrive 15 minutes early. Bring a pen and notepad to take notes on important information, and ask questions to demonstrate your interest!
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INTERN SEMINAR LEARNING THE BASICS. The Internship Seminar is designed to supplement the students’ internship experience and further prepare them for pursuing their professional career goals. The seminar provides the students with support and guidance during their internship. It also addresses a number of professional development topics, such as resume building, understanding salary negotiation and job benefits, and portfolio development and many other topics.
The Internship Seminar is a required 3-credit course that can be taken face-to-face on the Kingston camps (spring semester only) or on-line through Sakai (all semesters). The seminar helps to establish a connection between academic background and practical experience.
Students will design a personal learning contract that details the goals and expectations they have for the internship experience. Throughout the semester the student will develop workplace skills and construct an online portfolio that can supplement job and graduate school applications.
Seminar Topics Portfolio development Resume writing Networking Interviewing strategies Informational interviewing
Job searching
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Salary negotiation
CONTACT INFORMATION The Office of Experiential Learning and Community Engagement is available through several social media websites:
Kim Washor Director (401) 874-4777 Kwashor@uri.edu
Twitter Follow us on Twitter for a heads up on new internships and to learn more about our program. Feel free to tweet any questions or comments to our account to receive answers from our knowledgeable staff. Search for: URI_Internships
LinkedIn:
Erica Cassidy Intern Advisor (401) 874-4776 Erica@uri.edu
Kat Moniz Intern Advisor (401)874-4038 Kmoniz@uri.edu
Our LinkedIn account connects our office with past interns and University alumni. By joining our group students can gain access to our connects which can further their networking and internship
Rosie Malaghan Intern Advisor (401) 874-4855 rmalaghan@uri.edu
advising resources. Search for: URI Office of Experiential Learning & Community Engagement
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Email: intern@etal.uri.edu Phone: 401-874-2160 Fax: 401-874-4320 Roosevelt Hall Southside Lobby
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Amelia Scott Graduate Assistant (401) 874-4855 Amelia_Scott@my.uri.edu
Will Frost Graduate Assistant (401) 874-2160 intern@etal.uri.edu
____________________________ Office of Experiential Learning and Community Engagement 90 Lower College Road, Room 139 Kingston, RI 02881
PLACEMENT SITES
PAST PLACEMENT SITE EXAMPLES
These make up only a small
COACH Hazard School South Kingstown Cares West Kingston Elementary School Children`s Friend & Service-Central Falls Kindercare Learning Center RI Eye Institute Newport Hospital Sarah E. Fallon DMD University Orthopedics Inc URI-Recreational Services Westerly Physical Therapy Hasbro Brand Creative Studio Newport Review URI Alumni Relations MCA of South County Galaxy Foods Inc. Miamore Communications State of RI Public Defender Write Your Book Ramp Media Lab LLC See Level Productions Washington Center Internship Program Cox Media Group WPRI TV Save the Bay Gulf Oil Fidelity Investments NBC 10 Sirius XM Radio Sony Music Entertainment RDW Group Newport Harbor Corporation Waterfire Providence Citadel Broadcasting – HOT 106 American Cancer Society America Power Conversion Blackstone Caterers
where our students have
Chef Services Group CVS Minute Clinic HPDMC Studios NBC Connecticut Paige Productions, Inc/ABC Television Schofield Imaging Associates LLC The Brain Trust LLC URI Athletics URI Office of Admission Maxx Sports Entertainment Millennium Radio New Jersey Narragansett Brewing Company New York Sportimes Newport Summer Comedy Series Octagon Inc. RK Irrigation Rockland Builders See Level Productions Ocean Tides School Community Preparatory School Home & Hospice Care of RI Child Anxiety Program Crossroads NCIS Saint Vincent’s South Bay Retirement Living Children`s Friend & Service-Central Falls Perspectives Corporation The Attleboro Center The Providence Center Child and Family Sandpipers ELC Family Service of RI - Early Intervention Jumpstart URI Child and Family Sandpipers ELC Providence YMCA Youth Services Rhode Island Birth Network RI Commission for Human Rights
portion of placement sites
interned. Here at the Office of Experiential Learning and Community Engagement, we establish close relationships with organizations and corporations in many courses of study in order to ensure our interns credible and resume worthy experiences. Our main goal is to provide students with an educationally enriching experience that not only
RI Dept. of Attorney General Department of Behavioral Healthcare, Washington Center Internship Program Bradley Hospital Rhode Island Hospital Speech Pathology The Groden Center Alphabet Soup Bristol/Warren School Department Cranston Public Schools