What is an internship?
The internship portion of the curriculum is an important ingredient of the student's education. This experience is managed by professionals in your field of study. It is typically a
one-time work or service experience for students who have
completed the academic requirements.
Some internship sites compensate the student. At Newbury,
internship students earn academic credit and a grade. To receive
credit, you must follow the prescribed registration process,
complete a fixed number of internship hours, evaluate the experience
through written work and be evaluated by your employer and
an internship faculty member.
What can I gain from an internship?
An internship can help you learn more about yourself, your field of study and your career goals. Internships can
offer you the opportunity to:
- explore and clarify your major and career goals with professional guidance, so you will know if the field is right for
you.
- develop knowledge and skills related to your career goals.
- integrate classroom theory with real-world experience.
- take responsibility for your own learning and create a more rewarding college experience.
- establish a network of professional contacts, mentors, and references.
- gain the practical experience that employers look for when hiring college graduates.
Is an internship required?
At Newbury, an internship is required for all Bachelor degrees and some Associate degrees.
In some majors, students can do two internships: one in
the second year and one in the fourth year.
How do I find an internship?
Some internships are available through Newbury’s Director
of Internships and Alternative Studies, or the faculty in
your major. You may also find an internship on your own,
but remember, all internships are subject to the approval
of your internship advisor.
When do I apply for an internship?
Students begin the process of finding and applying for an internship prior to pre-registration the semester
before they want to begin the internship.
What is it like to be an intern?
Internship experiences vary depending on where you work
and your level of academic preparation. In second-year internships,
it is expected that students will be exposed to a number
of different areas within a company or organization to help
them identify specific areas of career interest. In a fourth-year
internship, students are expected to have a more detailed,
hands-on experience like this one:
I began in internship at Merrill Lynch in January 2000, my senior year at Newbury. This internship has
provided me with the opportunity to become part of the exciting world of financial investments. I work directly with
one of Merrill Lynch’s top financial consultants who is teaching me anything I want to learn about the industry. I
have researched companies, set up new accounts, handled customer calls, and processed stock option accounts.
Every day is different.
My work at Merrill Lynch is both challenging and rewarding and has been a great learning experience. Through
my internship, I am gaining hands-on experience in a growing industry that will be extremely valuable in today’s job
market. My internship at Merrill Lynch has given me the chance to apply what I have learned at Newbury College and
expand my education into a career.
-Marianne Ferrans ‘00
I think I’d like to apply for an internship. What do I do now?
Talk with your faculty advisor or the Director of Internships
and Alternative Studies about available internships. Obtain your
Petition to Complete an Internship from the Director of Internships
and Alternative Studies. Choose a company or organization you
want to work with and make contact. Complete the Internship Application
with your internship advisor and set some objectives for your
internship experience. Follow the timeline
for completing the necessary paperwork.
