Human Services Internship Courses

The purpose of the internship program is to strengthen the professional skills and expertise of HDFS students. Through internships, students earn college credit while participating in meaningful tasks and learning related to their major and overall career goals. Local HDFS agencies and organizations mentor and supervise interns while on-site and interacting with clients. Student interns correspond regularly with site and faculty supervisors to reflect on their experiences and to fulfill internship learning objectives. 

Human Services Course Progression

HDFS 262

Intro to Human Services

Explores professions and
internship preparation

3 credits
Offered every term

HDFS 310

HS Practicum

Field experience, observation,
and career exposure

4 credits - 90 hours
Offered every term

HDFS 410

HS Internship

In-depth experience to apply
skills and assist clients

12 credits - 300 hours
Offered every term

HDFS 310 and HDFS 410 Process and Timeline

Students are responsible for researching sites that interest you and provide the experience you are seeking. If you need assistance finding an internship site, please set up a meeting with the Experiential Learning Coordinator. If you are interested in a site that is not on the list, you must get it approved by your Faculty Internship Supervisor.

 

Step 1

2 Terms in Advance

Step 2

1-2 Terms in Advance

Step 3

1 Term in Advance
  • Email 2-3 Internship Sites; explain interest, attach resume & cover letter
  • Schedule Interviews
  • Write Learning Objectives
     

Step 4

10-15 Weeks Before Starting Internship
  • Choose your site
  • Start background check, if required

Step 5

5-10 Weeks Before Starting Internship

Step 6

2-5 Weeks Before Starting Internship
  • Finalize schedule with site
  • Review Canvas course
  • Rock your internship!

Early Childhood Degree Internship (HDFS 330/331/433)

The early childhood degree internship is a course progression of HDFS 330, 331, and 433. Go here to learn more about the placement process.

 

Internship Site Information for Employers

Interesting in hosting an intern? Find employer overview here.

 

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