Internship Preparation Steps

Take a look at these steps to stay organized as you prepare for your internship. You can also download a PDF of these steps by clicking the button below.

A screen grab of the Internship Preparation Steps. Key steps are listed to the right.

1. Prepare your resume, cover letter, and interviews.

2. Search for internships on Handshake or St. Kate’s Community Work and Learning site.

3. Determine Credits

OptionsHours/WeekSemester Hours
0 credits5 – 6 hours75 – 80 hours
2 credits5 – 6 hours75 – 80 hours
3 credits (fashion only)8 – 10 hours120 hours
4 credits10 – 12 hours150 – 160 hours

4. Find a Faculty Advisor: Ask any professor in the program associated with your internship (e.g., if you need an internship to satisfy an English requirement, ask any English professor.)

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