PHIS 482 - Internship in Museums, Archives and Public History

Permission of Internship Director required. Practical guided learning experience at a business or organization with the student spending at least 10 weeks (8 weeks in the summer) for a total of at least 120 hours of time at an internship site. Supervised placement provides experience appropriate to the student’s knowledge skills and interests. In addition to the on-site activities, students complete reflective assignments and, depending on cycle, participate in seminars, skill-building sessions, leadership program activities and/or networking events to connect their experiential learning with their academics. Performance evaluation assessment of the internship and self-assessment of learning occur at the end of the semester. Students can apply for pre-existing internships or consult with Assistant Director of Internships and their home department to discuss a new opportunity. All college policies related to internships apply. This internship requires completion of a series of online, asynchronous Modules that provide video instruction and guidance, promote reflection, deepen on-site engagement, and use discussion forums to facilitate peer-to-peer interactions. Course Codes: F.

Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: F. Permission of Internship Director required. This internship requires completion of a series of online, asynchronous Modules that provide video instruction and guidance, promote reflection, deepen on-site engagement, and use discussion forums to facilitate peer-to-peer interactions. Term cycle: fall, spring, and summer. Yearly cycle: all years.

Credits: 3 to 6