INTERNSHIP COURSES     

Internships are defined by SRJC as a paid or unpaid work experience directly related to the students' major or certificate program.  SRJC offers an individualized Canvas course, 99i, with an assigned instructor to guide and support students through the internship.

It is the responsibility of the student to secure their own internship position that is directly relates to their major. 

The Internship Coordinator can assist students in finding leads in their chosen major, and will help guide them toward employment resources, such as designing a resume, discussing job leads, and going on the SRJC Job Board, Handshake to schedule an appointment, fill out this form.     

In order to register for an internship course, students need to be granted access by the Internship Coordinator. Please complete the form to request to register in an internship course. 

ENROLL IN AN INTERNSHIP COURSE

• ARE YOU READY FOR AN INTERNSHIP?

  ARE YOU READY FOR AN INTERNSHIP?

  • Have you declared a major and completed at least one semester of college coursework in your major or certificate? 
  • Are you currently enrolled and completed the majority of the courses related to your major?
  • Do you have a targeted career goal?
  • Are you a highly motivated, goal-oriented, self-directed person?
  • If hired, can you provide proof of your eligibility to work in the U.S.?  International Students can work off campus after their first year. 
  • If you do not have a work permit for the United States, you can do volunteer internships to build your experience. 
  • Do you have 5-to-20+ hours per week to devote to an intern position?
  • Do you have any work history related to your major that can go on your resume?  If not, Career Hub staff can help you design a resume. 

  If you answered YES to some of the above questions and want specific information about the Internship courses at SRJC, please fill out this form and write out your questions in the comments section. 

  DO YOU NEED HELP FINDING AN INTERNSHIP?

  Are you hoping to take the internship course but you don't currently have an internship? We can help!

  • Check out SRJC's Online Job Board: Handshake
  • Set up an appointment with Amy Merkel or Shelby Lord on Handshake or by filling out this form. 

   

• How many units should I take?

  • Internship courses can be taken multiple times for a maximum of 16.00 accumulated Work Experience SRJC units. 
  • Internship units apply toward an Associate's Degree (AA/AS) or Certificate from any California Community College (CCC) and are transferable as elective credit to any California State University (CSU).
  • For Internship courses, the amount of hours worked determines the number of units you may enroll in. Use the tables below to determine how many units you can/want to take.

   

  FALL & SPRING SEMESTERS

  Units for Internship		PAID/UNPAID Total Semester Hours
  1.00		52.5 hours
  2.00		150 hours
  3.00		225 hours
  4.00		300 hours
  5.00		375 hours
  6.00		450 hours
  7.00		525 hours
  8.00		600 hours

  *This average is based on the weeks classes are in session. Hours accumulated before classes begin can be counted, thereby reducing the average weekly hours required to meet the minimum total hours for the semester. You can not count hours from a previous semester. 

• NEXT STEP AFTER YOU ARE ENROLLED

• This is a hybrid/online course. You can begin working on assignments in Canvas. Your instructor of record is Lauralyn Larsen, however, your primary contact for the duration of the course will be your Assigned Instructor who will be in contact with you by the 2nd or 3rd week of class.  The majority of the course is CANVAS, and you will be required to meet with your instructor twice throughout the semester. 

  INTERNSHIP COURSE REQUIREMENTS

  Once you are registered for the course all course content and assignments are located in your Canvas course. The course will open approximately one week before classes begin. 

• Course Requirements:

  1. Begin by reviewing the modules for the class, including the syllabus

  2. Complete Assignments 1-4, which includes developing 3 learning goals.

  3. Meet with your assigned instructor to review your goals, the class, and your career direction. 

  4. Complete a career activity or seminar

  5. Write a resume, with current employer listed (draft and final version)

  6. Write a student report

  7. Meet with your supervisor and assigned instructor toward the end of the semester to evaluate and discuss your learning goals. 

  8. Keep track of hours worked and submit all work on Canvas.  

INTERNSHIP COORDINATOR | Amy Merkel

INTERNSHIP FORMS

WORK EXPERIENCE LINKS