Frequenty Asked Questions
Who needs to complete an internship/practicum?
All majors in communication must complete at least 1 hour of COMM 365: Internship/Practicum. Communication minors are not required to complete and internship/practicum.
How do I sign up for my internship/practicum?
You must register for COMM 365. You can register for 1, 2 or 3 credit hours. You must submit all the required information about your internship location requested, including the Contact and Description form (PDF). The internship location must be approved by the Department of Communication's internship coordinator, Professor Eugenia McAvoy (office phone: 773-298-3097, e-mail: mcavoy@sxu.edu).
How many hours can I take?
You can take 1, 2 or 3 credit hours. A minimum 75 contact hours at the internship location is required for each credit hour (75 hours = 1 credit, 150 hours = 2 credits, 225 hours = 3 credits).
Who should I see to talk about my internship plans?
The semester before you plan to register for your internship, you should make an appointment with the internship coordinator, Professor Eugenia McAvoy (office phone: 773-298-3097, e-mail: mcavoy@sxu.edu).
What do I need to do to complete my internship/practicum?
The internship/practicum has two major requirements:
- Completion of 75 hours at the internship locations per credit hour taken (75 hours = 1 credit, 150 hours = 2 credits, and 225 hours = 3 credits).
- Completion of a 8 - 10 page (double-spaced, 12 point type) internship paper. Theinternship paper is due on the last day of classes of the semester that you are taking COMM 365.
When is internship/practicum offered?
COMM 365: Internship/Practicum is offered every semester (fall, spring and summer).
How do I find an internship location?
The internship coordinator maintains a file of internship locations that may suit your needs. Many students find excellent internship locations through their own initiatives and contacts. Most organizations require you to complete an application form, provide a resume and be interviewed by the internship supervisor. We strongly recommend that you look at the Web site of any organization that you are interested in for information about their internship program.
How am I evaluated on my internship performance?
At the start of the last week of classes, an evaluation form will be sent to your internship evaluator/supervisor. This evaluation and your internship paper will be used to determine your grade for COMM 365. The internship evaluation (PDF) will be the more important of these two factors.
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