CAREER INTERNSHIP PROGRAM (CIP) ASSIGNMENTS
Below are all of the assignments that need to be completed over the course of your internship along with the current due dates. If you had a late start date for your internship, please see Ms. Kinsey for your adjusted assignment due dates. You can submit your assignments via email or you can bring them to my office.
The purpose of these assignments is: (1) to update me on what you're doing at your placements and (2) to show me that you are learning from the experience. While you are welcome to share negative aspects about your internship, I ask that you always try to also find something positive to say as well.
It's crucial that you come to me with any concerns about your internships, preferably in person, but email is also okay. I'm here to act as your advocate and to make sure this is an overall positive experience for you. I can't help you with a problem if I don't know about it.
I look forward to hearing about your experiences through these assignments! If you have any questions please let me know.
*FIRE STATION VOLUNTEERS: Your assignment requirements are different. Please visit this page: http://gnshsinternships.weebly.com/fire-station-internship-requirements.html.*
FIRST TIME INTERNS -- ASSIGNMENTS 1 THROUGH 5
(All assignments can be sent via email or completed in Google Classroom.)
INTERNSHIP ASSIGNMENT #1) FIRST IMPRESSIONS
Please send me an email answering the following questions in detail:
*THERE ARE 3 QUESTIONS TO ANSWER THAT ARE ALL A PART OF ASSIGNMENT 1. PLEASE ANSWER ALL OF THEM.*
1ST IMPRESSIONS - What are your first impressions of the experience at your internship so far? (I.e. What are the people like that you work with? What's the environment like?)
TASKS - What tasks have you been assigned? (List everything they've asked you to do, even the little things. We'll use this to update your resume at the end of the semester when we add your internship.)
GOALS - What are your goals and expectations for the semester? What do you hope to get out of this internship experience? In what way do you think you will be most helpful at your placement?
Please send me an email answering the following questions in detail:
*THERE ARE 3 QUESTIONS TO ANSWER THAT ARE ALL A PART OF ASSIGNMENT 1. PLEASE ANSWER ALL OF THEM.*
1ST IMPRESSIONS - What are your first impressions of the experience at your internship so far? (I.e. What are the people like that you work with? What's the environment like?)
TASKS - What tasks have you been assigned? (List everything they've asked you to do, even the little things. We'll use this to update your resume at the end of the semester when we add your internship.)
GOALS - What are your goals and expectations for the semester? What do you hope to get out of this internship experience? In what way do you think you will be most helpful at your placement?
INTERNSHIP ASSIGNMENT #2) WHAT IS YOUR COMMUNICATION STYLE?
Recognizing your own strengths and weaknesses is a big part of being successful in life. There are many different communication styles. Since different jobs require different strengths and skills, it's important to recognize your own style and the styles of those around you.
Read through the 4 communication styles below, and then send me a response telling me which category (or categories) match your personality the best. Make sure to explain WHY you chose to answer that way, and provide specific examples from your internship experience or other activities.
Demonstrators: Demonstrators are people-oriented, fast-paced and enthusiastic. They tend to be animated and outgoing, and prefer an informal atmosphere. Demonstrators can be outrageous, spontaneous, excitable and sociable. They are ideas people who like to be in the limelight. Demonstrators tend to be somewhat disorganized, have trouble being on time and keeping track of details, wear bright colors, take the initiative in the conversation, laugh easily and loudly, and like to talk about themselves.
Assertors: Assertors are fast-paced and direct like Demonstrators, but are more task-oriented than people-oriented. They tend to be hard working, ambitious, leader types. They are good at making decisions quickly and efficiently. They are goal-oriented, assertive and confident. Assertors tend to like timeliness and efficiency. They look and appear powerful and formal, maintain a serious demeanor, take a leadership role in most situations, and have strong opinions and creative ideas to share.
Contemplators: Contemplators are task-oriented like Assertors. However they are more indirect and slow-paced. They tend to be analytical, detail-oriented, thinker types. They are persistent, good problem solvers, and pride themselves on their orderliness and accuracy. Often seen alone, they tend to have quiet, low-key personalities. Contemplators tend to keep to themselves, take copious notes, maintain meticulous organization, stay serious, rarely laugh, and like to hear facts, figures, statistics and proof.
Narrators: Narrators are slow-paced and indirect like Contemplators, but they are more people-oriented like Demonstrators. They are warm, friendly, gentle and cooperative. They highly value relationships over goals. They are good at listening, have a sweet temperament, and tend to be open-minded. Most people find them to be loving, and emotionally intuitive. Narrators tend to come across as very accommodating and helpful, take the initiative to create relationships, like to talk and listen, laugh quietly and often, and show gratitude easily.
EXTRA CREDIT: WHICH ONE ARE YOU? TAKE THE QUIZ AND EMAIL ME YOUR RESULTS:
Recognizing your own strengths and weaknesses is a big part of being successful in life. There are many different communication styles. Since different jobs require different strengths and skills, it's important to recognize your own style and the styles of those around you.
Read through the 4 communication styles below, and then send me a response telling me which category (or categories) match your personality the best. Make sure to explain WHY you chose to answer that way, and provide specific examples from your internship experience or other activities.
Demonstrators: Demonstrators are people-oriented, fast-paced and enthusiastic. They tend to be animated and outgoing, and prefer an informal atmosphere. Demonstrators can be outrageous, spontaneous, excitable and sociable. They are ideas people who like to be in the limelight. Demonstrators tend to be somewhat disorganized, have trouble being on time and keeping track of details, wear bright colors, take the initiative in the conversation, laugh easily and loudly, and like to talk about themselves.
Assertors: Assertors are fast-paced and direct like Demonstrators, but are more task-oriented than people-oriented. They tend to be hard working, ambitious, leader types. They are good at making decisions quickly and efficiently. They are goal-oriented, assertive and confident. Assertors tend to like timeliness and efficiency. They look and appear powerful and formal, maintain a serious demeanor, take a leadership role in most situations, and have strong opinions and creative ideas to share.
Contemplators: Contemplators are task-oriented like Assertors. However they are more indirect and slow-paced. They tend to be analytical, detail-oriented, thinker types. They are persistent, good problem solvers, and pride themselves on their orderliness and accuracy. Often seen alone, they tend to have quiet, low-key personalities. Contemplators tend to keep to themselves, take copious notes, maintain meticulous organization, stay serious, rarely laugh, and like to hear facts, figures, statistics and proof.
Narrators: Narrators are slow-paced and indirect like Contemplators, but they are more people-oriented like Demonstrators. They are warm, friendly, gentle and cooperative. They highly value relationships over goals. They are good at listening, have a sweet temperament, and tend to be open-minded. Most people find them to be loving, and emotionally intuitive. Narrators tend to come across as very accommodating and helpful, take the initiative to create relationships, like to talk and listen, laugh quietly and often, and show gratitude easily.
EXTRA CREDIT: WHICH ONE ARE YOU? TAKE THE QUIZ AND EMAIL ME YOUR RESULTS:
| Communication Style Quiz |
INTERNSHIP ASSIGNMENT #3) WHAT QUALITIES ARE IMPORTANT FOR SUCCESS IN THE WORKPLACE?
Please answer the following question in detail:
Choose a person in a position of authority at your internship placement. List 3 positive adjectives to describe him or her, and give specific examples of how those qualities help them to be successful.
Please answer the following question in detail:
Choose a person in a position of authority at your internship placement. List 3 positive adjectives to describe him or her, and give specific examples of how those qualities help them to be successful.
INTERNSHIP ASSIGNMENT #4) WHAT ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES AT YOUR INTERNSHIP AND HOW WILL YOU LIST THEM ON YOUR RESUME?
RESUME ENTRY: Create an entry for your resume about your internship listing all of your tasks and responsibilities in bullet format. If you already have a resume, please send me an updated version that includes your current internship. If you do not have a resume, email me to schedule an appointment.
If you don't have any time to meet with me, you can use this guide to work on a draft which you can then email to me.
RESUME ENTRY: Create an entry for your resume about your internship listing all of your tasks and responsibilities in bullet format. If you already have a resume, please send me an updated version that includes your current internship. If you do not have a resume, email me to schedule an appointment.
If you don't have any time to meet with me, you can use this guide to work on a draft which you can then email to me.
| Resume Overview and Sample High School Resume |
ARE YOU FINISHING YOUR INTERNSHIP NOW? IF SO, ASSIGNMENT 5 IS... (IF NOT, SEE BELOW.)
INTERNSHIP ASSIGNMENT #5) FINAL REFLECTION: WHAT HAVE YOU LEARNED FROM YOUR INTERNSHIP EXPERIENCE? (after completion of 50 hours)
Write a final reflection on your overall internship experience. This should be more extensive than the shorter reflections you have done so far. What have you learned? How have you grown?
Your internship experience might be a good topic for a college essay. If you'd like, use this assignment as a rough draft. Here are a few sample college essay questions to guide your reflection. Pick one and write an essay about your internship experience.
OPTIONS:
● Evaluate a significant experience you have had and its impact on you.
● Pick an experience from your own life and explain how it has influenced your development.
● Discuss a special attribute or accomplishment that sets you apart.
● Describe one of your most meaningful achievements and how it relates to your future goals.
ARE YOU PLANNING TO DO A MINIMUM OF 50 MORE HOURS AT YOUR INTERNSHIP (OR AT A DIFFERENT PLACEMENT) FOR AN ADDITIONAL INTERNSHIP CREDIT? IF SO, ASSIGNMENT 5 IS...
INTERNSHIP ASSIGNMENT #5) INTERNSHIP UPDATE AND GOALS FOR THE NEXT SEMESTER
Write a short reflection about how things have been going at your internship answering the following questions. Remember that you are free to talk about the good AND the bad, but please try to reflect on what you've learned from any negative aspects of your internship.
INTERNSHIP ASSIGNMENT #5) FINAL REFLECTION: WHAT HAVE YOU LEARNED FROM YOUR INTERNSHIP EXPERIENCE? (after completion of 50 hours)
Write a final reflection on your overall internship experience. This should be more extensive than the shorter reflections you have done so far. What have you learned? How have you grown?
Your internship experience might be a good topic for a college essay. If you'd like, use this assignment as a rough draft. Here are a few sample college essay questions to guide your reflection. Pick one and write an essay about your internship experience.
OPTIONS:
● Evaluate a significant experience you have had and its impact on you.
● Pick an experience from your own life and explain how it has influenced your development.
● Discuss a special attribute or accomplishment that sets you apart.
● Describe one of your most meaningful achievements and how it relates to your future goals.
ARE YOU PLANNING TO DO A MINIMUM OF 50 MORE HOURS AT YOUR INTERNSHIP (OR AT A DIFFERENT PLACEMENT) FOR AN ADDITIONAL INTERNSHIP CREDIT? IF SO, ASSIGNMENT 5 IS...
INTERNSHIP ASSIGNMENT #5) INTERNSHIP UPDATE AND GOALS FOR THE NEXT SEMESTER
Write a short reflection about how things have been going at your internship answering the following questions. Remember that you are free to talk about the good AND the bad, but please try to reflect on what you've learned from any negative aspects of your internship.
- What have you been doing lately at your internship? Have your responsibilities changed at all?
- Now that you have been there for a few months, how has the internship changed for you? Do you feel more comfortable than you did your first week?Have you been given any additional responsibilities?
- Why did you choose to continue with your internship? What are your goals for the next semester?
RETURNING INTERNS -- ASSIGNMENTS 6 THROUGH 10
*The following assignments are only for students who are doing their second semester of internship credit.*
INTERNSHIP ASSIGNMENT #6) WHAT WOULD YOUR COVER LETTER SAY?
When you apply for a position, you never send your resume by itself. You always have to include a COVER LETTER.
WHAT SHOULD A COVER LETTER INCLUDE?
Dear Mr./Ms./Dr. :
PARAGRAPH 1) Introduction: State the reason for writing. Name the specific position, or type of work for which you are applying. Mention the resource used in finding out about the opening/company (i.e. through your school’s Internship Coordinator).
PARAGRAPH 2) Body: Explain why you are interested in working for that employer, or in that field of work, and most importantly what your qualifications are (academic background, work experience, personal skills). Point out achievements that relate to the field and why you enjoy that work. Refer the reader to the enclosed resume, application, and/or portfolio.
PARAGRAPH 3) Closing: Indicate your desire for an interview or ask for additional information.
Sincerely,
Your Name
Phone Number
Email Address
Adapted from: http://www.bc.edu/offices/careers/skills/letters/cover.html
COVER LETTER TEMPLATE - Use this to write your sample cover letter!
Dear Mr. ...,
I'm writing to you in regards to an internship (or volunteer) position at NAME OF ORGANIZATION. I heard about this opportunity through my school's internship coordinator, Ms. Nicole Kinsey.
I am interested in this line of work because PROVIDE A REASON (OR REASONS). I think that I am a good candidate for the position because LIST SOME POSITIVE CHARACTERISTICS AND ANY RELATED EXPERIENCE. I've attached my resume, and as you can see MENTION SOMETHING ON THE RESUME THAT WOULD MAKE YOU A GOOD CANDIDATE FOR THE POSITION.
If possible, I would be very interested in setting up a time to meet with you to discuss this opportunity further. I am available INCLUDE YOUR AVAILABILITY FOR AN INTERVIEW. I look forward to speaking with you.
Sincerely,
John Smith
516-555-5555
jsmith@gmail.com
When you apply for a position, you never send your resume by itself. You always have to include a COVER LETTER.
- Read the guidelines below.
- Then pretend you are applying for your current internship position and use the TEMPLATE to write a cover letter to your internship supervisor.
WHAT SHOULD A COVER LETTER INCLUDE?
Dear Mr./Ms./Dr. :
PARAGRAPH 1) Introduction: State the reason for writing. Name the specific position, or type of work for which you are applying. Mention the resource used in finding out about the opening/company (i.e. through your school’s Internship Coordinator).
PARAGRAPH 2) Body: Explain why you are interested in working for that employer, or in that field of work, and most importantly what your qualifications are (academic background, work experience, personal skills). Point out achievements that relate to the field and why you enjoy that work. Refer the reader to the enclosed resume, application, and/or portfolio.
PARAGRAPH 3) Closing: Indicate your desire for an interview or ask for additional information.
Sincerely,
Your Name
Phone Number
Email Address
Adapted from: http://www.bc.edu/offices/careers/skills/letters/cover.html
COVER LETTER TEMPLATE - Use this to write your sample cover letter!
Dear Mr. ...,
I'm writing to you in regards to an internship (or volunteer) position at NAME OF ORGANIZATION. I heard about this opportunity through my school's internship coordinator, Ms. Nicole Kinsey.
I am interested in this line of work because PROVIDE A REASON (OR REASONS). I think that I am a good candidate for the position because LIST SOME POSITIVE CHARACTERISTICS AND ANY RELATED EXPERIENCE. I've attached my resume, and as you can see MENTION SOMETHING ON THE RESUME THAT WOULD MAKE YOU A GOOD CANDIDATE FOR THE POSITION.
If possible, I would be very interested in setting up a time to meet with you to discuss this opportunity further. I am available INCLUDE YOUR AVAILABILITY FOR AN INTERVIEW. I look forward to speaking with you.
Sincerely,
John Smith
516-555-5555
jsmith@gmail.com
INTERNSHIP ASSIGNMENT #7) EMAIL ETIQUETTE
Identify 5 things that are wrong with the below email or that should have been done differently.
omg, professor michaels, i am so sorry but i don't have my project compelted on time. can i get an extension? i have been working on it for a week but then my computer crashed and i lost everything. if u could pls give me an extension i would be grateful.
steve
Identify 5 things that are wrong with the below email or that should have been done differently.
omg, professor michaels, i am so sorry but i don't have my project compelted on time. can i get an extension? i have been working on it for a week but then my computer crashed and i lost everything. if u could pls give me an extension i would be grateful.
steve
| If you need some help, refer to these helpful tips for EMAIL ETIQUETTE. |
INTERNSHIP ASSIGNMENT #8) INTERVIEW QUESTIONS
Choose 3 of the below interview questions to answer. Remember that you should give everything you answer a positive spin and provide examples.
1. What is your greatest strength? What is your greatest weakness?
2. What did you like or dislike about your previous job?
3. How would you describe yourself and your work style?
4. Give some examples of your experience with teamwork.
5. Describe a difficult situation or project and how you overcame it.
6. Why do you want this job? Why should we hire you?
7. What are your goals for the next five to ten years?
Adapted from: http://jobsearch.about.com/od/interviewquestionsanswers/a/interviewquest.htm
Choose 3 of the below interview questions to answer. Remember that you should give everything you answer a positive spin and provide examples.
1. What is your greatest strength? What is your greatest weakness?
2. What did you like or dislike about your previous job?
3. How would you describe yourself and your work style?
4. Give some examples of your experience with teamwork.
5. Describe a difficult situation or project and how you overcame it.
6. Why do you want this job? Why should we hire you?
7. What are your goals for the next five to ten years?
Adapted from: http://jobsearch.about.com/od/interviewquestionsanswers/a/interviewquest.htm
INTERNSHIP ASSIGNMENT #9) INTERVIEW SKILLS
OPTION 1:
Watch the following YouTube video and then tell me in your own words what you learned about how to act in an interview situation.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GmzYrjAsDng
OPTION 2: Set up a time to meet with me for a 15 minute mock interview.
OPTION 1:
Watch the following YouTube video and then tell me in your own words what you learned about how to act in an interview situation.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GmzYrjAsDng
OPTION 2: Set up a time to meet with me for a 15 minute mock interview.
INTERNSHIP ASSIGNMENT #10) FINAL REFLECTION, FINAL EVALUATION, & TIME SHEET CHECK
1) Write a short reflection answering the following question:
What have you learned from this internship experience? How do you plan to continue pursuing your career goals moving foward?
2) Once you have completed your 100 hours, have your time sheet signed and have your supervisor complete the evaluation form. Then bring the completed evaluation and your signed time sheet to my office.
EVALUATION FORM: http://gnshsinternships.weebly.com/uploads/8/7/8/5/8785799/gnshs_-_final_evaluation_form.pdf
1) Write a short reflection answering the following question:
What have you learned from this internship experience? How do you plan to continue pursuing your career goals moving foward?
2) Once you have completed your 100 hours, have your time sheet signed and have your supervisor complete the evaluation form. Then bring the completed evaluation and your signed time sheet to my office.
EVALUATION FORM: http://gnshsinternships.weebly.com/uploads/8/7/8/5/8785799/gnshs_-_final_evaluation_form.pdf
ASSIGNMENTS FOR THIRD AND FOURTH SEMESTER INTERNS
If you have already completed a full year of internship and you would like to continue to receive internship credit, set up an appointment with Ms. Kinsey. You will be asked to choose one long-term internship research assignment to complete over the course of the semester.
