Internships
Internship Opportunities
Internships provide an essential link between the classroom and workplace, are a good source of professional input, and are helpful to finding good job after graduation. Every step of the process offers valuable hands-on experience toward the goal of becoming a media professional.
The first step to completing an internship is to determine your eligibility. To qualify for an internship the Department of Mass Communication requires that you complete the following:
- Declared MCOM as my academic major.
- Completed a minimum of 18 hours in MCOM with a GPA of 2.75 or higher.
- Have a grade of ‘B’ or better in ENGL 1364, 1365 and any technical writing courses.
- Completed 72 hours of coursework with an overall GPA of 2.5 or higher.
All boxes checked?
If you meet the necessary requirements to apply for an internship your first step should be to download the FAQ document and course syllabus. These two items will help you complete the internship application packet, which should be submitted to the internship coordinator prior to the beginning of the semester you will enroll in the MCOM 4398 course. Some material may have to be requested from the prospective internship sponsor/provider so begin early. A complete internship application consist of:
- Completed Internship Application
- Completed Internship Supervisor Information Form
- Copy of your Unofficial Transcript
- Resume and cover letter
- Job description outlining the duties and responsibilities of the internship.
- A description of the professional job experience you hope to gain through this internship, including professional skills, new information and personal development.
- Head-shot or photograph of yourself.