Internships
An internship is short-term, supervised work experience with a professional organization to get real-world experience in your chosen field or career. Each one includes intentional learning objectives, on-the-job training, and guidance and mentorship from internship hosts.
Internships are required for many Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degrees. Some are offered through FVCC and others are available directly through employers.
- Programs with Required Internships: Business Administration, Graphic Design, Information Technology, Web Technology
- Programs with Optional Internships: Accounting Technology, Criminal Justice, Small Business Management, Health Care Office Management, Programming and Game Development, Computer Science
- Independent Study Internship: You may have the option to participate in an independent study internship. Discuss options with your faculty advisor and Career Services.
- Micro-Internships: Like traditional internships, micro-internships take place any semester and are short-term, professional assignments. Typically, micro-internships are performed remotely 5-40 hours of work total over a week or month time period. Search and apply for a micro-internship.
Internship FAQ
When should I get started learning about internships?
Are internships paid? What if I’m already working in a job related to my major?
Where will I do my internship?
When can I start at my internship site?
How many hours will I spend per week at a worksite?
What internship assignments are required? Do I receive a grade?
Do I have to pay tuition to do an internship?
Student Resources
- Internship Agreement & Monthly Timesheet
- Student starts the agreement after instructor approval of internship and submits timesheet at the end of each month.
- All emails must be accurate for the forms to advance to the internship employer and/or instructor.
- Students should let employers know to look for a link from noreply@fvcc.edu.
- Informal Internship Timesheet (PDF)
- Optional -- to print out and track hours during month
- Student Internship Handbook (PDF)
Contact us for internship help and more information.