Who approves my internship? What is the reporting process?

  • Report the internship experience in Orion, including uploading the offer letter and job description.
  • The company is reviewed for legitimacy and office location are confirmed
  • Following company verification, the information is forwarded to the program director for their approval
    • Meets internship program eligibility
    • Job description is aligned with the program
    • Internships dates are in the future and within the semester range
    • At their discretion, the program director may request a policy waiver in certain circumstances
  • Student is responsible for course enrollment, and payment of fees – after internship has been approved by the program director
  • CPT requests will be submitted to ISSO upon confirmation of course enrollment

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Can I work on both an internship and a RA/TA or on-campus job at the same time or in the same semester?

Can I work on both an internship and a RA/TA or on-campus job at the same time or in the same semester?

Can I work remotely for a company in my home country while physically being in the US?

Can I work remotely for a company in my home country while physically being in the US?

What if I find my own internship... one not in the Handshake system?

What if I find my own internship... one not in the Handshake system?

How do I know if my internship will be approved for the internship course?

How do I know if my internship will be approved for the internship course?

What are the internship program academic requirements?

What are the internship program academic requirements?

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