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Author Information
Author(s):
Steve Klingaman
Institution(s) or Organization(s) Where EP Occured:
Morrisville State College
Effective Practice Abstract/Summary
Abstract/Summary of Effective Practice:
This internship provides supervised field-work in a selected business, industry, government or educational setting. Students carry out a planned program of educational experiences under direct supervision of an owner, manager or supervisor of information technology in an organization. Each intern is supervised by a member of the Morrisville State College faculty on a regular basis. Written and oral reports of work experience activities are required. Evaluation is based on the quality of experiences gained from the internship.
Supporting Information for this Effective Practice
Evidence of Effectiveness:
Many students report that the real-world work experience gives them increased confidence in their own technical abilities. To date, more than 90 percent of interns have received offers of full-time employment by their internship sponsor.
How this practice improves pillar(s):
Student Satisfaction is enhanced because of the smooth segue from school to a professional information technology job.
Equipment necessary to implement Effective Practice:
Estimate the probable costs associated with this practice:
References, supporting documents:
Useful Links:
Morrisville State CIT Department
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Contact for this Effective Practice
Effective Practice Contact:
Steve Klingaman
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