An internship is an on-site work experience that is either directly related to your major field of study or your career interest. It can be paid or unpaid, and held during the summer or throughout the academic year.

Gain valuable work experience. Develop new skills and refine others. Apply nowledge gained from coursework to on-the-job situations. Reality-test tentative areer choices. Meet and work with professionals, establishing contacts for letters of reference and networking. Experience new work environments. Earn money for tuition and expenses.

Internships provide students with real-world experience in an official or formal capacity. Internships allow students to gain work experience, explore different career options, develop marketable skills, and establish professional contacts. All of these things will make the student a more competitive candidate in their future professional pursuits.