Course Description
Intended for Entrepreneurship Program students who show interest in an area of study and wish to pursue a discipline of practical and applied experience in greater depth. Students must be directed by a department chair and sponsored by an approved entrepreneurial business.
Athena Title
ENTR Internship
Non-Traditional Format
Internship.
Prerequisite
ENTR 5500 or permission of department
Semester Course Offered
Offered fall, spring and summer
Grading System
S/U (Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory)
Course Objectives
This course is designed to reinforce classroom theory, offer practical experiences, on-the-job training and exploration of opportunities in entrepreneurship. This course fulfills the following specific objectives: • To help students compete more effectively in starting and running the entrepreneurial enterprise. • To enable interns to have the opportunity to assist in leading a successful business. • To improve student’ professional skills while understanding the structure and operation of an entrepreneurial enterprise.
Topical Outline
Assignment Guidelines 1. One-page summary of internship 2. Journal of daily activities 3. Employer Intern Evaluation Form (supplied by instructor) 4. Research paper analyzing employer and tasks 1. One-page summary of internship – Your one-page summary should describe the internship firm and the interns’ goals and duties before the start of the internship. List the following: your name, company name, location of internship, dates worked, short description of major activities, any training on special projects, techniques or methods not previously encountered. 2. Journal of Daily Activities – a daily written record of on- the-job activities must be completed by each intern. Be sure the dates of entry are kept in chronological order. The journal should focus on your major activities, any new skills learned, and contact information for professional networking. The journal will be a reference for the research paper and journal. 3. Employer Intern Evaluation Form – An evaluation form will be mailed to your supervisor near the end of the term in which you are enrolled. The completed form must be returned directly from your supervisor to the internship instructor. 4. Research paper - the research paper is to be based on your work experience, description of major activities and special projects. It should be typed and 10-15 pages in length. Include a title page with your name, student ID number, email address, supervisor name, company name, and the dates of your internship. Describe your internship experience in great detail. Discuss the employing firm’s structure, strategic plan, prospects for the future, and your assessment of the firm’s future growth. Describe your responsibilities and their outcomes. Discuss potential career opportunities at the firm.