GYA 350 - Internship in Applied Geography-Anthropology

Internships offer the student practical experience in working with public agencies, private firms, and municipalities engaged in applied geographical-anthropological activities including, but not limited to, planning, transportation, delivery of human services, and natural resources. A written contract will be drawn up by advisor and student for each internship, specifying the number of credits sought and work required for these credits. As a general rule, internships will require at least eight hours of actual work per week. Interns will be expected to meet at least once every two weeks with instructor to discuss experiences and/or problems. In addition, a major paper will be required from each student intern discussing an aspect of the internship or the work performed during the internship. Offered pass/fail only.

Prerequisite(s): Junior or senior standing in Geography- Anthropology and permission of instructor.
Co-requisite(s):
Credits: 1-6

Meets the Following Core Requirement: Capstone; Engaged Learning
May be completed 2 times for a maximum of 6 credits.
Course Typically Offered:
Course Type: Geography/Anthropology