Internships    

Disney Fall 2012 Recruitment Presentation

Thursday, February 16th at 3:00 p.m. MCC Library LB-145

MCC Internship Program - Career & Educational Planning

Whether you are learning about the value of internships, trying to find an internship, or applying to receive college credit for your internship experience, MCC Career & Educational Planning is here to help! We can help with your internship search by referring you to potential internship opportunities. We also help students polish their resumes while learning interview etiquette. MCC Career & Educational Planning administration continue to seek ways in which to expand internship opportunities for MCC students and to reach out to the MCC business community.

If you are an employer interested in becoming an internship site, we want to hear from you!  Please contact the Career & Educational Planning Internship Office 480.461.7394

Internships are Important to many Students!

According to the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE), 62% of students who completed an internship indicated they “definitely would” (36%) or “probably would” (26%) accept an offer for a full-time position from their most recent internship employers.  NACE Survey Report Hotlink

What qualifies a position for Internship Credit?

MCC Career & Educational Planning offers a number of ways to find an internship.  Most students will find an internship through our list of local Internship Partners.  But you may wonder whether a job you currently hold, or another position not listed on our sites, can qualify for Internship College Credit. 

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For procedural guidelines contact Dr. Susan Taffer, Internship Program Coordinator, by phone at 480-461-7394 or email at staffer@mesacc.edu

The Career & Educational Planning Internship Program is designed to give students flexibility to earn credit for an internship position that will complement their skills and college major.  Therefore, a variety of positions may qualify for credit if they can fulfill minimum requirements.  The following guidelines will help determine if a position may qualify for Internship Credit through MCC.

1. Supervision or Mentoring
   

   Student Internship positions must be supervised or mentored by a paid professional within the organization.  This supervisor or mentor must be willing and able to spend time working with the student on job-related duties and be able to answer questions regarding company culture, work environment, career paths, and other related topics. 

2. Fulfillment of Learning Objectives
   

Every student who earns credit through the Career Services Internship Program must have a set of learning objectives that need to be fulfilled.  These objectives are outlined by your academic faculty and found in your course syllabus.  These objectives may include:

Learn key skills required in your industry Gain a knowledge of core activities Learn how organizations measure success Discover career paths in industry

Learn the organization’s culture Learn the organization’s chain of command/hierarchy Learn the organization’s policies/procedures Learn how the company communicates with its customers/target audience

3. Total Number of Hours Worked Versus Credit Hours – Depending upon Professor
   

50   -   80	hours worked = 1 credit		150 - 240	hours worked = 3 credits
100 - 160	hours worked = 2 credits		300 - 480	hours worked = 6 credits

4. Duration
   

   The required minimum of 50-80 hours can be spread over a single semester or during a six month period.  There may be exceptions.  An employer may choose to employ a student longer than the duration of his or her internship, and those decisions will remain a matter for employers and students to handle.  An employer is not obligated to continue to employ a student upon completion of the internship period. 

What Every College Student Should Know 

• All internships are learning experiences – some may be paid while others may be non-paid depending upon industry trends.
• Make the most out of your internship experience by timely, quality work and applying critical thinking
• Gain real world experience and learn new skills while earning college credit
• Build your resume, portfolio, and/or curriculum vitae as well as collecting letters of reference
• Network and make new connections in the industry for any future job seeking opportunities
• Most employers (58% or more) are more likely to hire interns --- be professional

Student Tips

• Seek out challenges and demonstrate a desire to learn and develop
• Be respectful and courteous and make a positive impression
• Ask thoughtful questions and express your interest in learning more
• Treat your internship experience as if it were an extended job interview

Employer Tips

• Ensure your organization has the time and resources to support an intern
• Provide student with meaningful experiences and assign a knowledgeable mentor
• Consider what your organization can contribute to the professional growth of the intern
• Become involved in strengthening your local community by hosting an Mesa Community College intern

 Available Internship Disciplines & Majors

(Including and not limited to the following)

Accounting Web Development Communications Music & Entertainment Marketing & Sales Graphic Design & Art

Publishing Automotive Office Receptionist Business Intern Computer Networking Audio Productions

Fashion Design Management Fashion Design Radio & TV Health Care Journalism

Education Fashion Design Catering Photography Manufacturing Others

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• Internship Site Qualifications Process

MCC Internships Site Locations Approved and Available

• Click here to see a listing of available internships