• Is an internship required to graduate? 
    • No
  • Does it need to be paid or unpaid? 
    • We have the option of a student doing a paid or unpaid internship (paid are, of course, more popular)
  • Is there anything that is REQUIRED in an internship job description? 
    • How much contact per week
  • Is there anything that is RECOMMENDED in an internship job description? 
    • A very detailed description of activities (must be relevant to the student’s field)
  • Is there a requirement for the number of work hours per credit hour?
    • Yes 
  • Other information: 
  • Is there a specific contact person that works with internships for the department and/or major? 
    • Contact Director Jane Milkie – jmilkie@nmu.edu; 906-227-2194) to get information to the correct faculty member.
    • Faculty members will inform students in a particular major.
    • For an employer setting up an internship, they should speak to the faculty member to make sure the students in that area have the appropriate skill set.
  • Is an internship required to graduate?
    • No
    • In all majors, students can use BI 499 – Internship as an elective toward graduation.
    • An internship in the appropriate area can significantly improve a student’s chances of finding employment after graduation; this is particularly true for students in the areas of Fisheries and Wildlife management and Ecology. Internships can also help a student get into the professional school or graduate school of their choice.
  • Does it need to be paid or unpaid?
    • Either paid or unpaid
  • Is there anything that is REQUIRED in an internship job description?
    • Nothing is required
  • Is there anything that is RECOMMENDED in an internship job description?
    • Will the internship be paid or unpaid?
    • When does the internship begin and end?
    • Is there any prior experience required to be placed in the internship?
    • Are there any hazards associated with the internship that would require the student to complete an informed consent form?
    • What are the planned responsibilities, e.g. tasks and activities, expected of the student and learning opportunities provided to the student?
    • Are there specific learning outcomes associated with the internship?
    • Are there specific ways these learning outcomes will be assessed?
  • Is there a specific contact person that works with internships for the department and/or major?
    • Internships are typically initiated by students, who then work with their adviser or a faculty member to process the paperwork needed.
    • Internship Coordinator: Diana Lafferty – dlaffert@nmu.edu; 906-227-2227
    • Department Head: Jill B.K. Leonard - jileonar@nmu.edu; 906-227-1619
    • We have an email list we use to send information about internships to Biology students who have chosen to subscribe to the list. About half of the Biology faculty are subscribed and periodically post information to the list.

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  • Is an internship required to graduate?
    • The only majors that require an internship are:
      • Communication Studies (or practicum)
      • Multimedia Journalism (or practicum)
      • Multimedia Production (or practicum)
  • Does it need to be paid or unpaid?
    • Either paid or unpaid (depends on the organization) - either way, however, unless it is an internship with an office on campus, an Affiliation Agreement (paid or unpaid) has to be completed and approved through Risk Management between the corresponding NMU department and the internship organization. 
  • Is there anything that is REQUIRED in an internship job description?
    • Learning Objectives
      • To adapt and apply knowledge and skills gained in the collegiate major in a workplace environment.
      • To gain experience managing multiple tasks and interpersonal relationships related to careers in a desired field of employment.
      • To obtain new perspectives and abilities in the process of managing tasks coordinated by the on-site supervisor for the internship.
    • Job Description
      • Outline the planned responsibilities (e.g. tasks and activities) expected of the student and the learning opportunities provided to the student that will help achieve the learning outcomes.
    • Outcome Reports
      • Site Supervisor to evaluate the student both halfway through the internship and again at the end on the following criteria:
        • Quality of work
        • Written communication
        • Oral communication
        • Problem solving/critical thinking
        • Information and technical literacy
        • Ability to learn
        • Team work
        • Leadership
        • Initiative
        • Judgment
        • Work habits
        • Personal attitudes
        • Ability to work in field
        • Overall performance of student
  • Is there anything that is RECOMMENDED in an internship job description?
    • Any details of the job that may relate to the student’s field of study and career goals
  • Is there a requirement for the number of work hours per credit hour?
    • One credit = 50 hours of work
    • A completed Work Experience Learning Agreement
    • A completed and approved Course Registration form
    • To receive a satisfactory grade for the internship, students must:
      • Complete the number of hours they signed up for
      • Submit a brief site-supervisor progress report halfway through the internship establishing that at least satisfactory progress is being made by the student in fulfilling responsibilities and meeting learning objectives.
      • At the end, submit a completed employer’s evaluation form again stating the student has satisfied the responsibilities of the internship.
      • Complete a self-evaluation form.
      • Write a brief student reflection paper outlining what was accomplished during the internship and the extent which each of the learning objectives were met.
  • Other information:
    • There must be an established affiliation agreement on file with the company (except if the internship is being done on-campus) before an internship can be approved.
    • All preliminary paperwork must be given to the student's secondary CAMS adviser before any work commences. 
  • Is there a specific contact person that works with internships for the department and/or major?
    • The Site-Supervisor and the NMU Adviser work with the student throughout the process.
    • Main office: caps@nmu.edu; 906-227-2045

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  • Is an internship required to graduate? No
  • Does it need to be paid or unpaid? Typically they have been unpaid but either is ok with us
  • Is there anything that is REQUIRED in an internship job description? The department wants to know the contact information for the internship supervisor, the approximate number of hours per week the student will be interning, the length of the internship and a brief description of the project the intern will work on.
  • Is there a requirement for the number of work hours per credit hour? Typically we expect in the ballpark of 40 contact hours per credit hour earned, similar to a lab course in the department.
  • Is there a specific contact person that works with internships for the department and/or major? Contact the department.

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Includes CLS, SLHS, Surgical Tech & Radiography

  • Is an internship required to graduate? 
    • Radiography: Yes
    • Surgical Tech.: Yes
    • Speech Language: Students may be eligible for an internship-like experience
    • Clinical Laboratory Sciences: Yes, with the exception of the Science Technology concentrations. 
  • Does it need to be paid or unpaid? 
    • Not paid. The practicums are credit earning and required by accreditation to not be paid. 
  • Other information: 
    • Radiography
      • Competitive application program - the first step is meeting with the academic advisor. 
      • Deadline to apply for the Radiography Program - April 1st. 
      • Internships are with pre-arranged sites. If a student is interested in a practicum at a non-participating organization, they should consult the program director - the facilities need to meet the accreditation standards. 
    • Surgical Tech
      • Students can look for their own internships at qualifying facilities. If a facility is not one of our affiliates we can start the process to formally make them an affiliate that takes a minimum of six weeks to complete. 
      • Deadline for internship sites is set each semester by the clinical coordinator. 
    • Speech Language
      • Internships are with pre-arranged sites. If a student is interested in a practicum at a non-participating organization, they should consult the program director - the facilities need to meet the accreditation standards. 
    • Clinical Laboratory Sciences
      • Internships are with pre-arranged sites. If a student is interested in a practicum at a non-participating organization, they should consult the program director - the facilities need to meet the accreditation standards. 
  • Is there a specific contact person that works with internships for the department and/or major? 

If an organization wishes to set up an internship, our programs are always looking for affiliates, particularly those that can provide regular internships; it can be difficult to set up internships for a single student. 

  • Is an internship required to graduate? 
    • No
    • The +1 segment of the MBA program with accounting concentration requires an internship for graduation (BUS 591). 
  • Does it need to be paid or unpaid? 
    • Typically require that interns be paid. Exceptions can be made.
  • Is there anything that is REQUIRED in an internship job description? 

    • The employer will be responsible for providing a meaningful work experience for the student.  Skills the student possesses should be utilized by assignment to appropriate tasks. Supervision and guidance must be available to the student in a professional environment. A document outlining the job duties and level of supervision of the student is required for students applying for internship credit, and must be approved (along with the other documents submitted by the student as part of their application for internship credit) by the College of Business internship coordinator prior to student beginning the internship.

      The employer will sign bi-weekly status reports written by the student in order to verify their accuracy. We also accept company pay stubs (with personal information redacted like employee number or SSN) in lieu of signed timesheets to document current and cumulative worked hours.  At the end of the internship, the employer will complete an evaluation of the student, their performance and strengths and weaknesses of the academic program. The College of Business internship coordinator should be contacted in the event of problems that occur with the student.

  • Is there a requirement for the number of work hours per credit hour?
    • 100 hours of internship experience = 1 credit hour
  • Other information: 
    • The employer must sign a contract with NMU (this is only done once).
    • Must be a REAL learning experience and have measurable outcomes.
    • At the conclusion of the internship, you must complete a writing assignment to reflect on and describe, analyze, and evaluate the experience. 
  • Is there a specific contact person that works with internships for the department and/or major? 
    • Accounting and MBA: Dr. Stacy Boyer-Davis - sboyerda@nmu.edu; 906-227-1805
    • All other undergraduate programs: Dr. Brian Zinser - bzinser@nmu.edu; 906-227-1810

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  • Is an internship required to graduate? No, but it offers an excellent way to broaden your professional experience in your chosen career field. 
  • Does it need to be paid or unpaid? Most criminal justice internships are unpaid.  Periodically there may be an opportunity to apply for a paid internship within an agency or organization.
  • Is there anything that is REQUIRED in an internship job description? Student intern required responsibilities will vary per agency.  Students will be responsible for following the rules and regulations of the internship agency.  Student interns must complete the required assessment criteria detailed in the NMU Internship Learning Agreement. 
  • Is there anything that is RECOMMENDED in an internship job description? The internship is designed to give students the opportunity to interact with criminal justice professionals in a work environment.  It offers the student a better understanding of the concept, theories and skills learned in their respective course of study.  Be engaged, highly observant and ask questions! 
  • Is there a requirement for the number of work hours per credit hour? Yes, a minimum of 160 hours must be completed per 4 credit hours. 
  • Other information: Interested students should contact the Criminal Justice Internship Coordinator for additional information.  To plan an internship, students should contact the internship coordinator well in advance (semester prior) in order to allow sufficient time to apply for and organize an internship.  Additional student requirements: must be a junior with an overall 2.7 GPA.
  • Is there a specific contact person that works with internships for the department and/or major? 
    • Christopher MacMaster, Internship Coordinator/Instructor - cmacmast@nmu.edu; 906-227-1783

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  • Is an internship required to graduate? 
    • No
  • Does it need to be paid or unpaid? 
    • Either paid or unpaid is acceptable
  • Is there a requirement for the number of work hours per credit hour?
    • For every 40 hours worked, 1 credit may be earned
    • Students can register for 2-6 credits of GC 491
  • Other information: Students will keep a log of their hours with the activities performed each day that they work on the internship. At the end of the period they will write a reflection paper and will complete a form evaluating the experience.
  • Is there a specific contact person that works with internships for the department and/or major? 
    • Jana Nicholls, Principal Administrative Assistant, 3001 Weston Hall, janprice@nmu.edu, 227-2500

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  • Is an internship required to graduate?
    • Not required or recommended
  • Other information:
    • We encourage students looking to enter the financial services industry to find part-time or full-time employment.
  • Contact the Economics department (econ@nmu.edu) for more information. 
  • Is an internship required to graduate?
    • Yes. Undergraduate & graduate programs all require internships.
      • Undergraduate teacher education – 11 credit student teaching internship
      • Undergraduate special education has an additional 4 credit practicum
      • Learning Disabilities – 3 credits
      • Educational Administration – 1-4 credits
      • Education Specialist – 3 credits
      • Reading Specialist – 2 credits
      • Masters of Biology Post-Secondary Education – 3 credits
      • Early Childhood Education - 6 credits
  • Does it need to be paid or unpaid?
    • Depends on the employer. The majority are unpaid.
  • Is there anything that is REQUIRED in an internship job description?
    • Each course has its own rubric and evaluation for the internship. They are embedded in the course syllabus.
    • We also follow the AQIP Project recommendations for internships conducted on-campus.
  • Is there anything that is RECOMMENDED in an internship job description?
    • Each course has its own rubric and evaluation for the internship. They are embedded in the course syllabus.
    • We also follow the AQIP Project recommendations for internships conducted on-campus.
  • Is there a requirement for the number of work hours per credit hour?
    • All internship requirements for hours follow the normal requirements for credit hour requirements combining in-class and out-of-class recommendations for expected hours.
    • Undergraduate student teaching is 16 weeks
    • Undergraduate special education practicum is 4 weeks
    • MBPSE and ED graduate programs run 8-16 weeks dependent upon the agreement worked out with the internship site and the student.
  • Is there a specific contact person that works with internships for the department and/or major?
    • Learning Disabilities – Abby Cameron-Standerford: acameron@nmu.edu; 906-227-2768
    • Elementary, Secondary and Special Education – Laura Kennedy: lkennedy@nmu.edu; 906-227-1881
    • Educational Administration – Bethney Bergh: bbergh@nmu.edu; 906-227-1864
    • Education Specialist – Bethney Bergh: bbergh@nmu.edu; 906-227-1864
    • Reading Specialist – Christi Edge: cedge@nmu.edu; 906-227-6039
    • Master's of Biology Post Secondary Education - Dr. Joe Lubig: jlubig@nmu.edu; 906-227-1880
    • Early Childhood Education - Cindy Basse: cbasse@nmu.edu; 906-227-2770
  • Is an internship required to graduate? 
    • No
    • We highly encourage all students to do at least one internship
  • Does it need to be paid or unpaid? 
    • All are paid
  • Is there anything that is REQUIRED in an internship job description? 
    • It needs to specify what type of experience the student will get and what area they will be working in
  • Is there anything that is RECOMMENDED in an internship job description? 
    • Housing availability & compensation are the first questions for many students.
  • Is there a requirement for the number of work hours per credit hour?
    • We seldom see internships for credit – we generally like to see about two weeks per experience (80 hours) per credit, although it varies depending on the situation.
  • Is there a specific contact person that works with internships for the department and/or major? 

Department Job Listings for Students 

  • Is an internship required to graduate? No
  • Does it need to be paid or unpaid? No 
  • Is there anything that is REQUIRED in an internship job description? For SN credit, most of the work must happen in Spanish, French for FR, German for GR. Internships with an international dimension, regardless of language, can use the IP prefix. 
  • Is there a requirement for the number of work hours per credit hour? 30 hours per credit
  • Is there a specific contact person that works with internships for the department and/or major? Department Head (currently Rebecca Ulland: rulland@nmu.edu; 906-227-1820)

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Internship Course Descriptions for: FR 491X, GR 491X, SN 491X/SN491

  • Is an internship required to graduate? 
    • Mathematics - no
    • Computer Science - no
  • Does it need to be paid or unpaid? 
    • Mathematics – no requirement either way
    • Computer Science - no requirement either way
  • Is there anything that is REQUIRED in an internship job description? 
    • Mathematics - no
    • Computer Science - Computer Science-related tasks, such as, network design and installation, software programming, testing, documentation, and user training would be considered as appropriate job duties for an intern. In addition to providing a work experience for the student, the internship must also provide a learning environment where the student can gain technical skills in the field of computer science. The student must be working under a mentor or expert that can provide training and guidance to the student. A work environment where the student is the expert would not qualify as a valid CS Internship.
  • Is there a specific contact person that works with internships for the department and/or major? 

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Nursing programs do not have regular internships. Students must complete courses in their program that utilize placements in medical facilities. 

  • Is an internship required to graduate?
    • No
  • Is there a specific contact person that works with internships for the department and/or major?
  • Is an internship required to graduate?
    • No
  • Does it need to be paid or unpaid?
    • Not applicable
    • We strongly encourage our students to get involved in summer research/internship programs for their benefit in applying to graduate school and for the experience those provide. We have not usually provided any credit for this.
  • Is there anything that is REQUIRED in an internship job description?
    • No
  • Is there anything that is RECOMMENDED in an internship job description?
    • No
  • Is there a requirement for the number of work hours per credit hour?
    • No
  • Contact the Physics department for more information. 
  • Is an internship required to graduate? 
    • Paralegal – yes, required
    • Master's in Public Administration (MPA) - yes, required (can be waived with appropriate experience)
    • Optional for other programs
  • Does it need to be paid or unpaid? 
    • Most are unpaid, but not required
  • Is there anything that is REQUIRED in an internship job description? 
    • We require a worthwhile educational experience.
  • Is there a requirement for the number of work hours per credit hour?
    • The exact number hours a student must devote to the internship depends on the number of internship credit hours a student registers for. 
    • 1 credit hour = 37.5 work hours
  • Other information: 
    • Students are required to produce an internship paper.
  • Is there a specific contact person that works with internships for the department and/or major? 
    • Political Science & MPA Program – Dr. Carter Wilson: carwilso@nmu.edu; 906-227-1502

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  • Is an internship required to graduate?
    • Yes, each Behavior Analysis major student is required to take PY492A - Practicum and PY 492B - Advanced Practicum. We currently offer a variety of experiences for students that will help them to become a well-rounded professional in the field. The Program Coordinator will contact any students enrolled in these courses to determine interests, career goals, and more in order to match them with an approved practicum site. 
  • Does it need to be paid or unpaid?
    • No, the practicum experience does not have to be paid. 
  • Is there anything that is REQUIRED in an internship job description?
    • No, Behavior Analysis Major students are not required to have any previous experience other than passing the prerequisite courses in order to enroll in PY492A and PY492B. Since the Program Coordinator is the one who establishes practicum locations, there is no need for students to find a potential site. The Program Coordinator will work closely with students to find the best fit possible for their experience. 
  • Is there anything that is RECOMMENDED in an internship job description?
    • It is recommended that Behavior Analysis Major students have received at least a B in their behavior analysis core courses that are prerequisites to PY492A and PY492B. Again, since the Program Coordinator works with students to match them to already approved practicum sites, there is no need for students to search for potential sites themselves.
  • Is there a requirement for the number of work hours per credit hour?
    • Yes, currently all students enrolled in PY492A and PY492B are required to complete a minimum of 20 hours per week at their practicum location. For students interested in being eligible to sit for the BCaBA certification exam, these 20 hours should be approved BACB experience hours, as per the BACB Experience Standards, in order to graduate with enough experience hours to be eligible to sit for the certification. 
  • Other information:
    • We currently offer practicum sites where students have the ability to work in school settings, residential agencies who work with adults and children, in-home service and center-based providers for children with autism and related disabilities, organizational behavior management settings, as well as research avenues with behavior analysis faculty members. For those seeking BACB experience hours to be eligible to sit for the BCaBA certification, the Program Coordinator will work closely with the student to pair that student up with an approved supervisor at one of our practicum locations.  
  • Is there a specific contact person that works with internships for the department and/or major?
    • For any questions relating to the practicum experience, please contact the Department of Psychological Science at psych@nmu.edu. 

Athletic Training:

  • Is an internship required to graduate?
    • Yes
    • Master's degree program - either as a stand alone program or part of the 3+2 - Sport Science + Athletic Training program), an internship is required - ATR 572 (8 credits) See ATR 572 syllabus
  • Does it need to be paid or unpaid?
    • Either
    • Majority of Athletic Training internships are unpaid.
    • Internships specific to the masters in athletic training are unpaid - per accreditation requirements. 
  • Is there anything that is REQUIRED in an internship job description?
    • Hands-on experience
    • Must relate to their community health course objectives
    • Must be mutually agreed upon
  • Is there anything that is RECOMMENDED in an internship job description?
    • Must be mutually agreed upon
  • Is there a requirement for the number of work hours per credit hour? Other information:
  • Is there a specific contact person that works with internships for the department and/or major?

All other majors: 

  • Is an internship required to graduate?
    • No
    • We prefer our students have that experience.
    • Students must register for internship credit with the university and one credit is equivalent to 45 hours of service. Generally, students register for 2-3 credits of an internship.
    • For Athletic Training (master's degree program - either as a stand alone program or part of the 3+2 - Sport Science + Athletic Training program), an internship is required - ATR 572 (12 credits).  See ATR 572 syllabus
  • Does it need to be paid or unpaid?
    • Either
  • Is there anything that is REQUIRED in an internship job description?
    • Hands-on experience
    • Must relate to their community health course objectives
    • Must be mutually agreed upon
  • Is there anything that is RECOMMENDED in an internship job description?
    • Must be mutually agreed upon
  • Is there a requirement for the number of work hours per credit hour? Other information:
    • Community Health students have to do 20 hours of mandatory volunteer service in the community as a part of their class requirement. Students will pick agencies based on their areas of interest and volunteer there. We approve the agency if it looks like a good fit for them.
  • Is there a specific contact person that works with internships for the department and/or major?
    • Sports Science/Exercise Science – Dr. Matt Kilgas: mkilgas@nmu.edu; 906-227-2534
    • Applied Exercise Science and Health – Dr. Derek Marr: dmarr@nmu.edu; 906-227-1171
    • Outdoor Recreation & Leadership Management – Dr. Scott Jordan: scjordan@nmu.edu; 906-227-1136

Internship Course Descriptions:  ATR 499 Internship in Athletic Training, HL 491 (Management of Health & Fitness), PE 491 Workshop in Physical Education, PE 492 Internship in Physical Education, RE 492 Internship, ATR 572 Internship in Athletic Training

Internship Course Descriptions: SW 480 Senior Field Placement I, SW 481 Senior Field Placement II

  • Is there a specific contact person that works with internships for the department and/or major? 
    • Ann Crandell-Williams - BSW Program Director and Field Coordinator, Associate Professor
      Phone: 906-227-2706, Office: Jamrich Hall, E-mail: acrandel@nmu.edu
    • Susan Henderson - Executive Administrative Assistant
      Phone: 906-227-2706, Fax: 906-227-1212, E-mail: shenders@nmu.edu

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