1. FSHD Internships:
Internships (FSHD 393/493) are available to FSHD majors only during the Fall and Spring semesters:
- With a 2.25 grade point average (major and cumulative) at the University of Arizona
- Recommended Pre-requisites of FSHD 117, FSHD 237, and FSHD 257
- Deadline to apply is the end of classes the semester prior
Internships are a minimum of 3 units (135 hours)
Internship sites are located in Tucson, Arizona
The Internship class meets once a month on a Friday from 10:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m. during the semester
https://cals.arizona.edu/fcs/fshd/internships
https://cals.arizona.edu/fcs/fshd/internships-and-jobs
If you are interested in an FSHD Internship:
Read the Student Internship Handbook below. FSHD Student Internship Handbook
Identify an Internship Site you would like to work for
Connect with a potential site supervisor (this may be the volunteer coordinator at the site) and discuss a possible internship. You may also want to share the Community Partner Handbook.
Complete the Internship Workplan with your site supervisor
Submit your completed application to Student Services Center, McClelland Park, Room 203.
If you are a Community Partner interested in working with an FSHD intern, here are some forms that may be useful:
“Every experience I have had this far has really taught me about the process of investigation that no class in school could have adequately taught me. Reading about cases could never compete with sitting down face to face with a parent who is about to have their child removed and listening to the caseworker interview the parents.” FSHD Intern
2. FSHD Research Experience:
Research Experiences (FSHD 399/499 & 492) are available to FSHD majors and minors year round:
- With a 2.25 grade point average (major and cumulative) at the University of Arizona
Research is a minimum of 1 unit (45 hours)
https://cals.arizona.edu/fcs/fshd/internships/ugra_guidelines
"I didn't know if I would like research...but I am so glad I tried it! I have been pleased with how I have contributed to the important research about kids and families." - FSHD studentIf you are interested in working as an undergraduate research assistant for academic credit:
1. You must have a cumulative GPA of at least a 2.25.
2. Make an appointment with your FSHD advisor to determine how these credits will be counted toward your major or minor requirements. Once that is determined use the following links to identify an opportunity that you would like to apply for.
Each semester the research opportunities change.
3. Search for a Undergraduate Research Assistantship opportunity
4. Contact the faculty or research group about your interest. If it is determined that you will be a research assistant for that faculty member or research group, complete an independent study proposal form with him or her: Independent Study Form
5. Bring the signed (faculty and student signatures) form to McPRK 203 to be registered for the credits.
3. FSHD Practicum:
Practicum units (FSHD 394/494) will be available during summer sessions to FSHD majors and minors seeking field experience:
- With a 2.25 grade point average (major and cumulative) at the University of Arizona
- After completion of FSHD 117 course
- Deadline to apply is the last day of classes during the Spring semester
Practicum is a minimum of 3 units (135 hours)
https://cals.arizona.edu/fcs/fshd/internships/practicum
"Sitting in a classroom and actively listening to a professor lecture is one thing, but gaining the hands-on experience a practicum can provide is beyond anything you will ever learn in a normal, everyday classroom setting." FSHD student 2010
If you are a interested in an FSHD Practicum:
Read the Practicum Handbook
Identify an Internship Site you would like to work for
Connect with a potential site supervisor (this may be the volunteer coordinator at the site) and discuss a possible internship. You may also want to share the Community Partner Handbook.
Complete the Practicum Work Plan with your site supervisor
Sumbit your completed application to Student Services Center, McClelland Park, Room 203.
The deadline for Applications for Summer 2019 is May 5th before 4:30pm
If you are a Community Partner interested in working with an FSHD practica student, here are some forms that may be useful:
If you have questions please contact
Liz Collins
Academic Advisor
3rd & 4th Year FSHD Majors
FSHD Minors
FSHD internships
eamartin@email.arizona.edu
Office: McClelland Park, Room 203F
Student Services Main Office: 520-621-1295
Direct Phone: 520-621-0835
View the eSMS how-to-guide for help making appointments or attending drop-in hours
Drop-in hours & 15 minute appointmens are available for quick questions about general internship practices and policies
Appointments should be scheduled for more detailed questions, especially regarding internship exploration and planning long term career/internship goals!
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