Student Internship Info

Before proceeding, make sure you've checked EFSC's internship course list to determine if your program is approved for an internship opportunity. With few exceptions, internships are typically completed during the final semester of your program.

Email the Internship Office with any questions.

It's also a good idea to read through our Frequently Asked Questions for additional information as you follow the steps.

Have a discussion with your Academic Advisor to review your records and determine if you've fulfilled all the requirements for participating in an internship. It's also important to confirm that the internship course aligns with your education plan.

Consider the following questions:

• Do you have a declared degree?
• Are you in good academic standing?

After meeting with your Academic Advisor, you will have a clear understanding of your eligibility for the internship. Note that some internship courses may also require instructor approval prior to registration. Refer to the internship checklist specific to your course for more information.

Your approval to register for the internship course will come from EFSC's Internship Office once you have completed the items explained in the next steps (Submitting the Inquiry Form, completing the Internship Orientation, and submitting your résumé, cover letter, and list of three potential internship sites to the Internship Office).

Once you have verified that your program is on the approved list for an EFSC internship, submit the Inquiry Form as this step will officially connect you with the Internship team in Career Services. Be sure to use your Titan student email address, as all internship communications must be sent to your official EFS account.

Student Internship Inquiry Form

After you have submitted the Student Internship Inquiry Form, complete the mandatory Internship Orientation Course in Canvas, signing in with your Titan login to enroll.

Complete Internship Orientation

Once you've completed orientation, the Internship Representative will contact you. During this conversation, you and the Internship Representative will discuss potential internship sites and work together to find the most suitable placement for you. Your site does not have to be a current internship partner site. The Internship Office has additional sites on record, or you can find one independently. All sites must be verified by the Internship Representative, with special approval required for sites outside of Brevard County.

Please note that the Internship Office operates on a first-come, first-served basis. It may take up to two weeks for us to contact you so be sure to start this process well befor the deadline for the term you plan to intern. Your patience is appreciated.

Prepare and submit a one-page résumé, cover letter, and a list of three potential internship locations to the Internship Office, which you can submit by uploading them via the Internship Canvas Course as explained in the orientation. You will upload them via the Drop Box that is part of Module 9 in the Canvas course, which you can access anytime once you have self-enrolled in the course.

Once you've submitted those items, plus completed the orientation, contact the Internship Office via email to coordinate the required approval to register for the internship course.

It's important to make sure your résumé is current and ready to showcase when you meet with potential internship providers, so if you need assistance, schedule a résumé review appointment with Career Services staff.

For additional guidance on this step, refer to our Frequently Asked Questions.

Once you've completed the steps above, communication with internship sites can begin.

Treat these meetings as professional interviews, dress appropriately, and bring copies of your résumé, Site Confirmation Form, and Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), if required. (The Internship Representative will tell you whether an MOU is required.)

If a site agrees to host you, get the necessary forms signed, tour the facility, and create a schedule that works for both you and the site. Your internship site may have additional requirements for you to complete, such as filling out an application, attending an orientation, or going through other interviews. These steps are specific to each site and, when applicable, must be completed to finalize your internship placement.

Note that some sites may also require background checks or drug testing. Some sites cover these costs, while others may require you to pay for them out of pocket. If needed, the Internship Office can provide information on how to register with CastleBranch, which offers these services for approximately $175. Contact the Internship Representative for details.

Prior to beginning your internship hours, submit the required pre-internship paperwork to the Internship Office through the Internship Canvas Course as explained in the orientation by the deadline.

• Fall Term Internships Deadline: July 15th
• Spring Term Internships Deadline: November 15th
• Summer Term Internships Deadline: April 15th

If your site requires a background check or drug test, once the results have been received and you have submitted all the necessary paperwork, you are ready to start your internship. Make sure to fulfill your required hours and keep track of them on the Hours Reporting Log.

Some students may opt to continue their internship for extra hours to finish a project or for other reasons. Please inform the Internship Office if this applies to you.

As you approach the end of your internship, give a copy of the Host Evaluation Form to your site supervisor for them to complete. You should also fill out a Student Work Site Review Form.

Collect these forms along with your completed Hours Reporting Log, and submit them via the Internship Canvas Course as explained in the orientation. It's important to do this before the semester ends. The deadline is typically at least two weeks before Finals Week.

Once your internship paperwork has been processed, the Internship Office will notify your instructor that you have completed all of your internship requirements.