What is the value of doing an internship for credit, rather than just on my own?
Interning for academic credit has several advantages. First, some employers prefer to hire (and sometimes require) student interns to earn academic credit, so you may have more opportunities available to you if you decide to pursue an internship for credit. Next, youll be able to use one or two of your free electives to get real hands-on experience in your field, build your professional network and lay the foundation for your career. And lastly, by working directly with a faculty internship advisor and completing the assignments of the course(s), youll be able to make a very clear connection between what youve been learning in the classroom and what it takes to be successful in your profession.
