The Successful Internship by H. Frederick Sweitzer; Mary A. King
Call Number: LC1072.I58 S84 2004
ISBN: 0534558798
Publication Date: 2003-07-21
Information on discovering your field, getting to know your colleagues, professional development, ethical and legal questions, and internship expectations.
Written by leaders in the field to assist students in effectively navigating common ethical issues, promoting strong supervisory relationships, and becoming skilled self-advocates. Applicable to fields beyond psychology such as education, leadership, communication, social work, and sociology.
The Social Work Practicum by Cynthia L. Garthwait
Call Number: HV11.7 .H67 2008
ISBN: 0205501796
Publication Date: 2006-12-11
May be applicable to other practicums in the social sciences and education.
The study looks closely at how 45 colleges develop internships for their students. The report helps readers answer questions such as: In what field are students interning? How many are in government agencies? Non-Profits? Private companies? Which companies have exemplary programs? What percentage of internships are paid? How many hours per week do they typically require?
Helps students understand USAJobs government job listings and federal resume writing, so they can emphasize the qualifications, skills, and competencies for positions in public service.
Internship Job Boards
Some students report better luck with applying for internships directly through the company, rather than relying on these large aggregators. You can usually Google the company careers page directly!
Job board from the Maryland Department of Labor that includes internships, full-time jobs, government positions, and private companies across the state.
Located in Guerrieri Student Union Suite 242. Phone: 410-543-6075. Email: careerservices@salisbury.edu. Make an appointment for personalized help with mock interviews, resume writing, jobhunting, and career exploration.
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