Internships

Internships are intended to be a learning experience that combines classroom knowledge and work experience. These learning experiences allow students the opportunity to become more qualified as a future employee in the student's area of study.

Benefits

Participate in shaping the next generation of your workforce
Identify qualified candidates for potential future hire
Economically increase your company's productivity
Give back to the community

Internship Details

An internship is a work-based learning experience closely aligned with the student's Area of Interest
The length of an internship may vary. This is a short-term commitment that depends on the employer's needs and the student's availability.
All internships must adhere to the Fair Labor Standards Act .PDF
Students must adhere to the minimum GPA requirements and adhere to Harper College's Student Code of Conduct

Employer Criteria

For-profit companies typically pay interns at least minimum wage and we recommend each employer consult legal counsel before posting an unpaid internship
Starting and ending dates must be defined upfront and included on your Employer Internship Application
A job description is required, with any qualifications, course completions and technical skills
Interns must receive supervision, feedback and performance evaluations by an appropriate/designated employee