R312 quiz 1
you have accepted the internship..now what?
•Notify IU Internship Coordinator of the acceptance (coordinator will send out contracts that must be signed by the agency) •Complete paper work for R497 registration •Attend mandatory dead week meeting- Julie sends out emails on date and time •Contacting Coordinator once you arrive (to the internship site)
Trasnferable skills
•These skills transfer from one job to another •Often called "universal" skills - Ability to write clearly - Speak clearly - Organizational skills - Time management skills
who can approve your 320 hours?
Mr. Smiley, Dr. Sarah Young, Dr. James Farmer
how long must internships be?
Must be at least 12 weeks (summer only) or14 weeks long at 40 hours each week (at ONE SITE)
courses you have to take before internship?
R110, R312, T410 320 hours GPA (2.0)
how to make initial contact with potential internship?
Research sites Phone/email Then send cover letter and resume if they are accepting interns Follow up 10-15 days after they receive your info Schedule an interview Interview and thank you If you get the internship...secure the JD and letter of acceptance and weekly outline then make sure all is okay with the internship coordinator and that contracts can be sent
Top 8 skills employers want:
1. Communication-Listening & oral communication 2. Teamwork 3. Motivation/Initiative 4. Strong Work Ethic 5. Analytic, Creative thinking & problem solving skills 6. Flexibility and Adaptability 7. Computer skills 8. Detail Oriented 9. Organizational skills and leadership
how do you decline an internship?
1. Inform the internship site contact by telephone that you will not be accepting the internship. 2. Write a brief note thanking them for their time. Do not 'burn any bridges' that could offer you an internship or even a full time position in the future.
how often do you have to call your internship advisor?
Call every 3-5 weeks (calls last anywhere from 5-20 minutes) check in...make sure that all is okay...any questions that can be answered.
what are the three skills categories?
1. Transferable skills 2. Specialized skills 3. Self management skills
what are questions you want to ask your internship site supervisor before accepting?
1. Will your supervisor have adequate time and resources to supervise you? 2. Will they be able to complete a mid term and final evaluation concerning the Intern's performance? 4. Will he/she meet formally with you on a weekly basis? 5. Allow you to attend Staff Meetings? 6. Have you sit in on the hiring process? 7. Give you an orientation or training while on the internship? 8. Assist you in answering the day to day questions that will occur?
what 3 documents do u need for julie to secure the internship?
1.Secure letter of acceptance 2.job description 3.weekly agenda/outline from your internship site
materials/documents the agency supervisor will need before you get there?
2 contracts for the agency supervisor, intern and IU Intern coordinator to sign •2 evaluation forms (mid term and final eval) •Info packet on the internship process •A cover letter to describe the forms sent
internship search can take how long?
5-9 months
see internship lecture 4 for in class quiz answers
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types of sites you can't intern with
A relative is your supervisor. Interning under a collegiate coach with which you are a team player. The site has nothing to do with the recreation, tourism, outdoor or sport field. High risk sites What about Disney? (only front desk or concierge positions No direct supervisor on site
two strategies for researching internships
Finding EXISTING internships and applying to them Researching 'NEW' companies and taking action to create an internship with them
When are the reports you have to do during your internship?
Initial, 5 week, 9 week, 11/13 week and Final
searching for internship sites and researching techniques
Job Portal Recunder list serv blasts from Julie Past sites- the intern portal Help from Faculty Past employers Networking Career Services Professional Associations
how to accept an internship?
Make sure it is an acceptable internship (questions-ask Julie) Send letter/email to formally accept Determine internship logistics(Pay,start date, end date, work plan, direct supervisor info
Specialized Skills
Specific skills required for the job •Usually require some training or experience examples- Ability to lead activities - Knowledge of sport rules and regulations - Facility management - Aquatics (pool chemicals, etc.) - Marketing and promotion VERY IMPORTANT DURING JOB SEARCH
when you arrive at your internship you should have a packet from IU waiting with...
Welcome memo •Agency info postcard...mail back to IU immediately, confirms that you have arrived. •Report/phone checklist •Intern evaluation copy •Confidential student evaluation •Intern info packet
what is a skill?
an ability , based on experience or training to do something well
Self Management Skills
characteristics that describe your personality allows you to adapt, be a good worker examples: reliability, honesty, hard worker, motivated, punctual
what about salary?
weight your options, stipends, hourly wage, room and board, no pay
what are work values?
what aspects of work are important to you.....examples: flexible work schedule, benefits, room for advancement
is the internship part of your 120 hour degree?
yes
can you receive financial aid?
yes, taking 12 credit hours, just make sure u say that to them
What are the 6 themes related to interests?
• Interests are often a strong predictor of career choices that people make • Doers- use physical skills, enjoy outdoors and the environment • Thinkers-research, problem solving , likes academic environments • Creators-writing, composing, performing, innovative • Helpers-good interpersonal skills, helping, encouraging, teaching • Persuaders- selling, managing people, debating ideas • Organizers-writing reports, technical skills, organizing information
