Steps for Starting an Internship

Steps to Starting the Internship Process

Check Eligibility:

1. Check the list of pre-requisites to see if you are eligible to do an internship in your area of interest.

2. To do an internship, you must also be available to attend the internship seminar class (PSY479) on Tuesday from 4-4:50pm in the Fall 2019 semester.

3. If you have any questions about doing an internship, or your eligibility, contact Dr. Denton (lisa.denton@fredonia.edu).

Prepare Your Application:

4. Visit the Psychology Department internship webpage which has a link to the application. Download and complete this.

5. Create a resume (for tips for putting together a resume, you can visit Fredonia's Career Development Office website). Submit (by email or hardcopy) to Dr. Denton.

6. Go to “Your Connection” and create a copy of your academic transcript which shows all coursework completed to date and your GPA. Submit a copy (by email or hardcopy) to Dr. Denton.

7. The application, resume, and transcript must be submitted to Dr. Denton by APRIL 12th.

Complete the Process:

8. Wait for the Dr. Denton to contact you regarding an interview at a potential interview site.

9. If the interview is successful, you will then complete an internship contract with the site.

10. You will need to register for PSY479, which is a 3-credit course (permission to register will be granted by Dr. Denton).

11. You and your internship site supervisor will determine your internship schedule.