The Internship Credit Program (ICP) opens internship opportunities to students by allowing access to internships in which students may earn academic credit.
About the Program
The Internship Credit Program (ICP) allows students to earn "supplemental credit" at Colgate for participating in internships that meet certain criteria. The credit is supplemental to the student's transcript; it may not be used to fulfill the requirements of a Colgate degree.
Many employers require that their internship programs qualify for academic credit on interns' transcripts for reasons related to the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). The ICP allows Colgate students to participate in such positions by granting supplemental credit on Colgate transcripts to those who successfully complete these internships.
Eligibility
Not all internships qualify for supplemental course credit at Colgate. To be eligible for the ICP, the student and internship opportunity must match the following:
- The student must be a currently matriculated student who has completed at least one semester, but who has not yet graduated.
- The internship must require interns to earn academic credit as a condition of hiring.
- The internship sponsor must be able to engage you in at least 120 hours of work during the internship period.
- The internship partner must be willing to evaluate your work and sign off that you completed at least 120 hours of work by the conclusion of the internship.
Contact Career Services to Learn More
Those with questions about eligibility, and incoming first-year students, transfer students, and graduating seniors hoping to receive credit, please contact Career Services at 315-228-7380 or internship@colgate.edu.
Information Needed for your Application
Please have the following information available to complete the online form:
- Company/Organization Name
- Department
- Hours per week
- Start date and end date of the experience
- Supervisor’s name, title, and contact information
- Name and contact information of the individual to whom your enrollment letter should be
sent if different from your supervisor
Please have the following items available to upload to the online application:
- A copy of the job description and internship sponsor’s statement requiring credit for the
internship.
- A copy of the internship offer.
- Proposal outlining your learning objectives for the internship (below).
Internship Credit Learning Objectives Proposal:
In 750-1000 words, describe your objectives for the internship. You may need to communicate with your
supervisor prior to completing this proposal. Please address:
- From your understanding of the internship describe your main responsibilities.
- What existing skills, experience or knowledge will help you succeed at this internship?
- What would you like to learn from this experience? How do you plan to achieve your learning
objectives?
- What are two ways that you plan to challenge yourself this summer?
- In your view, how does this internship align with your academic and future career goals.
ICP Assignments
All assignments, with complete descriptions, will be available on Moodle. Deadlines for each term will be communicated upon enrollment.
1) Final report
Students will complete a 350 word synopsis of the main achievements of their internship experience,
including a self-evaluation of performance and achievement of the objectives (proposed learning
objectives).
2) Two informational interviews and reports
Conduct two informational interviews with a professional in your career field of interest who can provide
your insight into their work or professional path.
3) Final evaluation by on-site internship supervisor
Supervisors are asked to complete a one page supervisor evaluation reflecting on the student’s
contributions and recommending areas for continued growth. Completed evaluation forms should be
emailed to internship@colgate.edu.
Frequent Questions
General
Absolutely not! The true value of an internship is the exposure and experience for the intern. Whether you receive credit or not, your internship will reflect the same on your resume or personal statement, or in an interview.
No, the internship credit is purely supplemental. Under no circumstances may it fulfill any requirements necessary for the completion of your Colgate degree.
No, the credit may not be applied retroactively.
Contact Career Services for assistance in your internship search. Appointments can be made by calling our reception desk at 315-228-7380.
Students Seeking to Enroll in the Program
No, this program is only available for internships that require credit.
Please send the employer information document (available in the application packet) to your employer. If the internship sponsor has questions regarding Colgate's program, please have them contact Career Services at 315-228-7380.
Once you have been offered your internship, please complete the internship credit application below. This should be done at least five business days prior to the start of your internship. Completed applications should be submitted electronically to Career Services at internship@colgate.edu. Once your application is reviewed, Career Services will send documentation to your employer verifying your enrollment.
Upon enrollment, you will be forwarded a packet outlining all assignments and deadlines. You will be required to write a final report, conduct two informational interviews and write synopses of each, and ensure that your internship sponsor submits a written evaluation of your work.
You may withdraw from the ICP at any time prior to the first day of the internship. Once the internship has begun, very rare exceptions will be made to allow you to withdraw from the program without receiving a failing grade. Please vet internship opportunities thoroughly prior to accepting verbally or in writing. Internship sponsors invest a good deal of time and resources in identifying interns. Once you have committed to an internship, your internship sponsor's expectation is that you are interested, willing, and able to engage in the opportunity.
You may earn .05 credits for each approved internship completed. A maximum of four unique internship credits can be earned for a total amount of .20 credits. This credit will be documented on your Colgate University transcript.
Internships are graded on a pass/fail basis. A failing grade will factor into your GPA. Passing grades will not affect your GPA. You will be graded on the quality and timely submission of your work, as well as whether 120 hours of work was completed and verified by the internship sponsor.
No additional fees or tuition are required for you to earn this credit.
Students Already Enrolled in the Program
In most cases, internship credit will be recorded on your transcript for the term in which the internship was completed (spring, summer, or fall). For students on medical leave, academic dismissal, or disciplinary suspension with conditions for readmission, the internship will be recorded for the term after you are readmitted.
You may withdraw from the ICP at any time prior to the first day of the internship. Once the internship has begun, very rare exceptions will be made to allow you to withdraw from the program without receiving a failing grade. Please vet internship opportunities thoroughly prior to accepting verbally or in writing. Internship sponsors invest a good deal of time and resources in identifying interns. Once you have committed to an internship, your internship sponsor's expectation is that you are interested, willing, and able to engage in the opportunity.
Upon enrollment, you will be forwarded a packet outlining all assignments and deadlines. You will be required to write a final report, conduct two informational interviews and write synopses of each, and ensure that your internship sponsor submits a written evaluation of your work.