Internship Information
Internship FAQ
Where can I get the internship forms?
Internship forms can be downloaded from the links below.
What are the internship requirements?
All the requirements can be found in the SHSJC Internship Handbook.
What is the difference between the internship coordinator and the internship supervisor?
The internship coordinator is the person at the Scripps Howard School of Journalism and Communications who approves your internship (usually the assistant dean). The internship supervisor is the person who works at the media organization where you are interning and will serve as your immediate supervisor.
How can I get my internship approved?
- Complete the Internship Approval Form.
- The internship coordinator will send approval notification via email to you within 3 business days of receiving the completed approval form including a description of internship duties and hours.
- The completed approval form will be kept on file in your student academic folder.
- Make sure you follow all requirements as outlined on the SHSJC Internship Handbook.
My internship supervisor needs a letter verifying that I will earn academic credit. How do I get the letter?
- Email your request and include the name of the supervisor, supervisor’s title, name of organization, organization’s complete mailing address and the supervisor’s email to shsjc@hamptonu.edu
- Once the request is received, a letter of verification on school letterhead will be emailed to the internship supervisor.
I have already started my internship. Can I still get it approved?
This is not ideal. Your internship may not be approved for credit so it is always best to get approval before your internship start date.
If I still have questions, who do I contact?
Email shsjsc@hamptonu.edu with any additional questions.