If you are interested in hiring a WJU student as an intern, review the following 10 points before sending us your posting:

1. Before hiring an intern, your organization must enter into an agreement with the university that includes specifics about the work activity within your organization, on-site supervision of an intern, location, etc.
2. Companies are not required to provide paid internships; however, it is appropriate that students be paid for their contributions to your organization.  Compensation should be determined according to organization pay scales.
3. Participate with the student/intern and Faculty Supervisor in establishing four to eight learning objectives.
4. Sign the completed "Internship Registration Form" as soon as the intern is selected. The intern you choose will provide this form. If you have questions regarding the form, call 304-243-2464 and ask to speak to the Director for Career Development Center.
5. Orient the student/intern to the organization with clear expectations of appropriate employee dress and behavior.
6. Agree upon hours of work with student/intern. Please take into consideration the college’s academic schedule, especially examination times and seasonal breaks.
7. Provide adequate supervision. Close supervision at the onset is suggested, with supervision decreasing as student/intern adjusts to work expectations. 
8. Render your verbal feedback to the student/intern during the learning experience. 
9. You may notify the Faculty Supervisor of any problems in terms of your student/intern’s activity and/or productivity. Rate the student/intern's goal achievement in the provided forms at the end of the placement. 
10. Discuss evaluation with student and then forward it to the Faculty Supervisor.

WJU Internship Program

Updated 9/14/06 by AW; any problems, please notify Career Development Center.