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What is WOU CIP?<\/strong><\/h2>\nThe WOU Community Internship Program provides access to a variety of academically and career relevant, paid, on-campus internship opportunities for WOU students. The program opens recruitment\/screening of applicants in the Fall term and students selected begin their internships at the beginning of Winter term, interning through the end of the school year. Interns work approximately 10 hours per week, for 20 weeks in total.<\/p>\n
What are the Benefits of Participating in WOU CIP?<\/strong><\/h2>\nBy developing partnerships across campus, WOU students are able to gain invaluable internship experiences that facilitate professional development and integration of classroom knowledge. <\/span>WOU CIP is managed in collaboration with departments and CPP professional staff. This means you are provided with ongoing support and guidance in your internship from start to finish, and any time thereafter. Support includes, but is not limited to:<\/span><\/p>\n\n- Resume and cover letter writing<\/li>\n
- Interview preparation and practice<\/li>\n
- Career coaching to facilitate: personal and professional goal development and integration of skills and knowledge gained to translate experience into future job readiness<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Eligibility to Participate<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n- Enrollment:\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>Students must be enrolled at Western Oregon University<\/li>\n
- Academic Standing:\u00a0<\/b>Students must be in good academic standing<\/li>\n
- Judicial Standing:<\/strong>\u00a0<\/span>Students must be in good judicial standing<\/li>\n
- Former WOU CIP Interns:<\/strong> Former WOU CIP interns are ineligible from applying to their previous position; however, they may apply for a new role that would expose them to new professional development opportunities and skill-building<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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Want to hire an intern for your office?<\/strong><\/h2>\nWOU CIP accepting position proposals in the spring for the following academic school year! Look for the call for proposals.\u00a0 Feel free to contact Erin Lieuallen<\/a>, Assistant Director, Experiential Learning and WOU CIP Coordinator, with any questions regarding your proposal or the program in general.<\/p>\n\n- WOU CIP Process and Expectations<\/a><\/li>\n
- WOU CIP Position Proposal Review Rubric Criteria<\/a><\/a><\/li>\n
- Internship Position Description Template<\/a><\/li>\n
- Internship Goal Development Agreement<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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We’re growing… and we want you to be a part of it!<\/strong><\/h2>\nEver since WOU CIP was started in 2013, students have been making a lasting impact in a variety of offices and departments through on-campus, paid internship opportunities, but the program has been exclusive to on-campus internship opportunities only. Looking ahead, we are redefining the word “Community” in the WOU Community Internship Program. We think of the Monmouth\/Independence, Salem, and surrounding areas as part of our community, thus we are expanding the program to organizations in the area and external to the university. Think of it as WOU CIP 2.0!<\/p>\n
If your business\/organization is looking to hire an intern during the 2025-26 school year, contact Erin Lieuallen<\/a>, Assistant Director, for more information on how you can participate in next year’s program.<\/p>\nExamples of past internships:<\/p>\n
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- Data Analysis Intern<\/li>\n
- Outreach Coordinator<\/li>\n
- Public Relations \/ Communications Intern<\/li>\n
- Marketing \/ Social Media Intern<\/li>\n
- Events Planning Intern<\/li>\n
- Program Coordination Intern<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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Interns are\u00a0required\u00a0<\/strong>to attend three out of the five events listed below:<\/p>\n\n- Make the Most out of Your Internship:\u00a0<\/strong>January 7th from 3:00 – 4:00 p.m.<\/li>\n
- Making Professional Connections:\u00a0<\/strong>February 5th from 5:00 – 6:00 p.m.<\/li>\n
- Translating Your Experience:\u00a0<\/strong>March 30th from 12:00 – 1:00 p.m.<\/li>\n
- April: <\/strong>To be Announced<\/li>\n
- May:\u00a0<\/strong>To Be announced<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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List of 2025-26 On-Campus Internships:<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.23.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”21px||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Nunito Sans||||||||” width=”89.4%” custom_margin=”-15px||-24px|||” custom_padding=”0px||0px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
\n- PURE Intern (Program for Undergraduate Research Experiences) <\/span><\/li>\n
- Web Manager Assistant<\/span> (Marketing and Communication<\/span>)<\/li>\n
- Graphic Design Assistant<\/span> (Marketing & Communication<\/span>)<\/li>\n
- Linguistics Research Assistant<\/span> (English<\/span>)<\/li>\n
- Microscopy Research Intern<\/span> (Natural Sciences <\/span>)<\/li>\n
- Academic Initiatives Intern (University Housing)<\/span><\/li>\n
- Social Media Intern<\/span> (Marketing and Communication)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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\n- Student Legal Intern<\/span> (WOU General Counsel<\/span>)<\/li>\n
- Survey Facilitator and Data Management Intern<\/span> (Hamersly Library<\/span>)<\/span><\/li>\n
- Chemistry Outreach and Curriculum Development Internship <\/span>(Chemistry<\/span>)<\/li>\n
- Campus Exhibitions Intern<\/span> (Art & Design)<\/li>\n
- Human Resources Event Coordinator<\/span> (Human Resources<\/span>)<\/li>\n
- Subtitles & Closed Captioning Research Assistant (Division of Education and Leadership)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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It\u2019s no secret that internships are the most effective way for students to gain work experience before graduation. In fact, studies show that 7 out of 10 internships turn into full-time jobs. Most importantly, internships are a great way for you to explore<\/strong> your interests, develop professional skills, and grow your professional network. Follow your interests and find your passion.<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_cta][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”9px||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”|||0px||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.17.6″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
Reduce Internship Inequity<\/b><\/h3>\n\n- Paid Internships: Financial barriers often prevent low-income students from accessing high-quality internships, many of which are unpaid.<\/li>\n
- On-Campus: Transportation access serves as a barrier for many WOU students who either do not own a vehicle or the cost of transportation is prohibitive to seek internships within our surrounding communities.<\/li>\n
- Access to Professional Networks: Not everyone has a family or friend network that easily refers them to professionals in their industries of interest. Connecting with faculty and staff creates opportunities for students to connect with professionals.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Diversity & Democracy,<\/i>\u00a013<\/i>(3).Expectation<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/ul>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider color=”#000000″ divider_weight=”2px” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”-17px||8px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”3px|||||” custom_padding=”20px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
<\/strong><\/h2>\nInternship vs. Part-Time Job: What\u2019s the Difference?<\/strong><\/h2>\nWhat makes internships unique is the focus on student learning. This is an opportunity for you to apply skills learned in the classroom or elsewhere, that tie to your\u00a0academic, career or personal goals. While you\u00a0might perform some roles that are not for your\u00a0learning, the goal is for you\u00a0to explore and practice your\u00a0professional identity under supervision and with mentoring.<\/p>\n
An example could be a student wanting to apply their writing skills and learn professionalism by writing press releases for a department. The expectation is that the student needs some coaching and guidance and not be expected to accomplish the task perfectly on the first try. With gentle feedback, however, the final output will be professional, well written and offer a fresh, student oriented perspective. Use the goal agreement examples below to help define your own goal.<\/p>\n
Goal Agreement Examples<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Goal Agreement – Example 1<\/a><\/li>\n
- Goal Agreement – Example 2<\/a><\/li>\n
- Goal Agreement – Example 3<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Learn more about internships and WOU\u2019s Internship Fund:\u00a0<\/span>wou.edu\/professional-pathways\/internships<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider color=”#000000″ divider_weight=”2px” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
Guiding Principles<\/h3>\n
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<\/a><\/a>Eight Principles of Good Practice<\/a><\/a>, National Society for Experiential Education<\/p>\nIntention; Preparedness and Planning; Authenticity; Reflection; Orientation and Training; Monitoring and Continuous Improvement; Assessment and Evaluation; and Acknowledgment<\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\nAs post-graduate employment concerns have multiplied for undergraduates so too have internships, co-ops, and job-shadowing opportunities. But institutions with internship requirements for graduation, institutions in rural areas and those in urban ones clogged with a myriad of other universities all face their own challenges to produce sufficient work experiences for their students. To address these shortages two innovative institutions have turned their focus inwards.<\/p>\n
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\u00a0<\/a><\/a>Integrating Academic and Career Development: strategies to scale experiential learning and reflection across the curriculum<\/a>, Education Advisory Board, August 2016<\/p>\nUniversity as Employer: Western Oregon University Community Internship Program (pg 40 \u2013 41)<\/p>\n
Typical Internship Components Also Exist on Campus: position within a functioning business;\u00a0Reporting line to a professional with expertise in the field;\u00a0Assignments target field-specific learning outcomes; Skills developed are transferable to other organizations or companies; and access to resources and facilities necessary for learning outcomes.<\/p>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\nClark, A. & Plummer, K.\u00a0<\/span>First-Generation Students: Making Internships Possible,\u00a0<\/span><\/i>National Association of Colleges and Employers Annual Conference, June 2016.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
\u00a0<\/a><\/span>Diversity and Inclusion Excellence Award (finalist)<\/span><\/i>, National Association of Colleges and Employers, June 2016<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n
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<\/h1>\nNothing becomes real until it is experienced<\/b><\/span>.<\/span><\/h1>\nIt\u2019s no secret that internships are the most effective way for students to gain work experience before graduation. In fact, studies show that 7 out of 10 internships turn into full-time jobs. Most importantly, internships are a great way for you to explore<\/strong> your interests, develop professional skills, and grow your professional network.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span>Find your passion.<\/b>\n<\/h1>\n[metaslider id=2232]<\/h1>\n<\/h1>\nWOU COMMUNITY INTERNSHIP Program<\/strong><\/span><\/h1>\n<\/h3>\nThe WOU Community Internship Program (WOU CiP) provides access to academically and career relevant paid on-campus internship opportunities for Western students.\n\nReduce Internship Inequity<\/b>\n\n \t- Paid Internships: Financial barriers often prevent low-income students from accessing high-quality internships, many of which are unpaid.*<\/li>\n \t
- On-Campus: Transportation access serves as a barrier for many WOU students who either do not own a vehicle or the cost of transportation is prohibitive to seek internships within our surrounding communities.<\/li>\n \t
- Access to Professional Networks: Not everyone has a family or friend network that easily refers them to professionals in their industries of interest. Connecting with faculty and staff creates opportunities for students to connect with professionals.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
*Mayo, L., & Shethji, P. (2010). Reducing Internship Inequity<\/a>.\u00a0Diversity & Democracy,<\/i>\u00a013<\/i>(3).<\/p>\n\nEligibility to Participate<\/h2>\n\n \t- Enrollment:\u00a0<\/strong>Students must be enrolled at Western Oregon University<\/li>\n \t
- Academic Standing:\u00a0<\/b>Students must be in good academic standing<\/li>\n \t
- Judicial Standing:<\/strong>\u00a0Students must be in good judicial standing<\/li>\n \t
- Prior WOU CiP Interns:<\/strong> Former WOU CiP interns are ineligible from applying to their previous position; however, they may apply for a new role that would expose them to new professional development opportunities and skill-building.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\nExpectations<\/a><\/strong>\n\nGoal Agreement Examples<\/strong>\n
\n \t- Goal Agreement - Example 1<\/a><\/li>\n \t
- Goal Agreement - Example 2<\/a><\/li>\n \t
- Goal Agreement - Example 3<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[fruitful_sep]\n
What are the Benefits of Participating in WOU CiP?<\/strong><\/h2>\nThe WOU Community Internship Program (WOU CiP) connects you to paid internships on-campus.\u00a0By developing partnerships across campus, WOU students are able to gain invaluable internship experiences that facilitate professional development and integration of classroom knowledge.\u00a0WOU CiP is managed in collaboration with departments and Service Learning and Career Development professional staff. This means you are provided with ongoing support and guidance in your internship from start to finish, and any time thereafter. Support includes, but is not limited to:\n\n \t- Resume and cover letter writing<\/li>\n \t
- Interview preparation and practice<\/li>\n \t
- Career coaching to facilitate:\n
\n \t- personal and professional goal development<\/li>\n \t
- integration of skills and knowledge gained to translate experience into future job readiness<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nInternships are funded for up to 200 hours at minimum wage.<\/strong>\n
What are the Benefits of Doing an Internship?<\/strong><\/h2>\nInternships allow you\u00a0to gain the necessary professional skills that allow you to integrate academic knowledge with real world application. Not only do internships provide you with experience to add to your resume, they also allow you to gain a competitive edge in the job market. Employers typically favor recent college graduates that posses internship experience over those that do not. It is common for employers to hire high performing and hard-working interns because they are more familiar with your work.\n\nAdditionally, internships allow you to practice and develop skills sets that are aligned with your academic and professional goals. This gives you a chance to \"try\" a career path to better understand which career is right for you.\nInternship vs. Part-Time Job: What's the Difference?<\/strong><\/h2>\nWhat makes internships unique is the focus on student learning. This is an opportunity for you to apply skills learned in the classroom or elsewhere, that tie to your\u00a0academic, career or personal goals. While you\u00a0might perform some roles that are not for your\u00a0learning, the goal is for you\u00a0to explore and practice your\u00a0professional identity under supervision and with mentoring.\n\nAn example could be a student wanting to apply their writing skills and learn professionalism by writing press releases for a department. The expectation is that the student need some coaching and guidance and not be expected to accomplish the task perfectly on the first try. With gentle feedback, however, the final output will be professional, well written and offer a fresh, student oriented perspective.\nLearn more about internships and WOU's Internship Fund: wou.edu\/slcd\/internships<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n[fruitful_sep]\nGuiding Principles<\/h3>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/wou.edu\/slcd\/files\/2019\/01\/nsee-logo.jpg\")
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By developing partnerships across campus, WOU students are able to gain invaluable internship experiences that facilitate professional development and integration of classroom knowledge. <\/span>WOU CIP is managed in collaboration with departments and CPP professional staff. This means you are provided with ongoing support and guidance in your internship from start to finish, and any time thereafter. Support includes, but is not limited to:<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_tab][et_pb_tab title=”For Faculty & Staff” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n WOU CIP accepting position proposals in the spring for the following academic school year! Look for the call for proposals.\u00a0 Feel free to contact Erin Lieuallen<\/a>, Assistant Director, Experiential Learning and WOU CIP Coordinator, with any questions regarding your proposal or the program in general.<\/p>\n Proposal Submission Form<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n <\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_tab][et_pb_tab title=”For Employers” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ body_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Ever since WOU CIP was started in 2013, students have been making a lasting impact in a variety of offices and departments through on-campus, paid internship opportunities, but the program has been exclusive to on-campus internship opportunities only. Looking ahead, we are redefining the word “Community” in the WOU Community Internship Program. 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In fact, studies show that 7 out of 10 internships turn into full-time jobs. Most importantly, internships are a great way for you to explore<\/strong> your interests, develop professional skills, and grow your professional network. Follow your interests and find your passion.<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_cta][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”9px||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”|||0px||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.17.6″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Diversity & Democracy,<\/i>\u00a013<\/i>(3).Expectation<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider color=”#000000″ divider_weight=”2px” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”-17px||8px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”3px|||||” custom_padding=”20px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n What makes internships unique is the focus on student learning. This is an opportunity for you to apply skills learned in the classroom or elsewhere, that tie to your\u00a0academic, career or personal goals. While you\u00a0might perform some roles that are not for your\u00a0learning, the goal is for you\u00a0to explore and practice your\u00a0professional identity under supervision and with mentoring.<\/p>\n An example could be a student wanting to apply their writing skills and learn professionalism by writing press releases for a department. The expectation is that the student needs some coaching and guidance and not be expected to accomplish the task perfectly on the first try. With gentle feedback, however, the final output will be professional, well written and offer a fresh, student oriented perspective. Use the goal agreement examples below to help define your own goal.<\/p>\n Goal Agreement Examples<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider color=”#000000″ divider_weight=”2px” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_css_free_form=”.erin{|| text-align:float left;||}” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Intention; Preparedness and Planning; Authenticity; Reflection; Orientation and Training; Monitoring and Continuous Improvement; Assessment and Evaluation; and Acknowledgment<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text disabled_on=”on|on|on” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” disabled=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n How Ryerson and Western Oregon enriched on-campus student work<\/a>, Education Advisory Board,\u00a0September 11, 2017<\/span> As post-graduate employment concerns have multiplied for undergraduates so too have internships, co-ops, and job-shadowing opportunities. But institutions with internship requirements for graduation, institutions in rural areas and those in urban ones clogged with a myriad of other universities all face their own challenges to produce sufficient work experiences for their students. To address these shortages two innovative institutions have turned their focus inwards.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text disabled_on=”off|off|off” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/a> University as Employer: Western Oregon University Community Internship Program (pg 40 \u2013 41)<\/p>\n Typical Internship Components Also Exist on Campus: position within a functioning business;\u00a0Reporting line to a professional with expertise in the field;\u00a0Assignments target field-specific learning outcomes; Skills developed are transferable to other organizations or companies; and access to resources and facilities necessary for learning outcomes.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text disabled_on=”off|off|off” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||2px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Clark, A. & Plummer, K.\u00a0<\/span>First-Generation Students: Making Internships Possible,\u00a0<\/span><\/i>National Association of Colleges and Employers Annual Conference, June 2016.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n \u00a0 <\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" WOU Community Internship Program (CIP) Applications…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1334,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"splash-page.php","meta":{"_seopress_robots_primary_cat":"","_seopress_titles_title":"Community Internship Program | Center for Professional Pathways","_seopress_titles_desc":"","_seopress_robots_index":"","_lmt_disableupdate":"","_lmt_disable":"","_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":" *Mayo, L., & Shethji, P. 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Guiding Principles<\/h3>\n
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Nothing becomes real until it is experienced<\/b><\/span>.<\/span><\/h1>\nIt\u2019s no secret that internships are the most effective way for students to gain work experience before graduation. In fact, studies show that 7 out of 10 internships turn into full-time jobs. Most importantly, internships are a great way for you to explore<\/strong> your interests, develop professional skills, and grow your professional network.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span>Find your passion.<\/b>\n
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What are the Benefits of Participating in WOU CiP?<\/strong><\/h2>\nThe WOU Community Internship Program (WOU CiP) connects you to paid internships on-campus.\u00a0By developing partnerships across campus, WOU students are able to gain invaluable internship experiences that facilitate professional development and integration of classroom knowledge.\u00a0WOU CiP is managed in collaboration with departments and Service Learning and Career Development professional staff. This means you are provided with ongoing support and guidance in your internship from start to finish, and any time thereafter. Support includes, but is not limited to:\n
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Internship vs. Part-Time Job: What's the Difference?<\/strong><\/h2>\nWhat makes internships unique is the focus on student learning. This is an opportunity for you to apply skills learned in the classroom or elsewhere, that tie to your\u00a0academic, career or personal goals. While you\u00a0might perform some roles that are not for your\u00a0learning, the goal is for you\u00a0to explore and practice your\u00a0professional identity under supervision and with mentoring.\n\nAn example could be a student wanting to apply their writing skills and learn professionalism by writing press releases for a department. The expectation is that the student need some coaching and guidance and not be expected to accomplish the task perfectly on the first try. With gentle feedback, however, the final output will be professional, well written and offer a fresh, student oriented perspective.\n
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Guiding Principles<\/h3>\n
<\/a>Eight Principles of Good Practice for All Experiential Learning Activities<\/a>, National Society for Experiential Education\n\nIntention; Preparedness and Planning;\u00a0Authenticity;\u00a0Reflection;\u00a0Orientation and Training;\u00a0Monitoring and Continuous Improvement;\u00a0Assessment and Evaluation; and\u00a0Acknowledgment\n<\/a>\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 15 Best Practices for Internship Programs<\/a>, National Association of Colleges and Employers<\/p>\n\nRecognition<\/h3>\nHow Ryerson and Western Oregon enriched on-campus student work<\/a>, Education Advisory Board,\u00a0September 11, 2017
<\/a>\n\nAs post-graduate employment concerns have multiplied for undergraduates so too have internships, co-ops, and job-shadowing opportunities. But institutions with internship requirements for graduation, institutions in rural areas and those in urban ones clogged with a myriad of other universities all face their own challenges to produce sufficient work experiences for their students. To address these shortages two innovative institutions have turned their focus inwards.\n\n<\/a>Integrating Academic and Career Development: strategies to scale experiential learning and reflection across the curriculum<\/a>, Education Advisory Board, August 2016\n\nUniversity as Employer: Western Oregon University Community Internship Program (pg 40 - 41)\n\nTypical Internship Components Also Exist on Campus: position within a functioning business;\u00a0Reporting line to a professional with expertise in the field;\u00a0Assignments target field-specific learning outcomes; Skills developed are transferable to other organizations or companies; and access to resources and facilities necessary for learning outcomes.\n\n<\/a>\n<\/a>\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0<\/span>Diversity and Inclusion Excellence Award (finalist)<\/span><\/i>, National Association of Colleges and Employers, June 2016<\/span>","_et_gb_content_width":"","footnotes":"","_links_to":"","_links_to_target":""},"class_list":["post-3831","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/wou.edu\/professional-pathways\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/3831","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/wou.edu\/professional-pathways\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/wou.edu\/professional-pathways\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wou.edu\/professional-pathways\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1334"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wou.edu\/professional-pathways\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=3831"}],"version-history":[{"count":20,"href":"https:\/\/wou.edu\/professional-pathways\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/3831\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":108220,"href":"https:\/\/wou.edu\/professional-pathways\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/3831\/revisions\/108220"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/wou.edu\/professional-pathways\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=3831"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}