Technology internships provide students with skills and job experience that help them get started in their career. Many Associate in Science (A.S.) degree programs at St. Petersburg College require that students enroll in an internship class. The College of Computer & Information Technology (CCIT) has five A.S. degree programs that require an internship:
- Computer Networking
- Computer Programming and Analysis
- IT Security
- Technology Management
- Web Development
Technology internships are usually taken toward the end of a student’s curriculum when they have completed all required major courses. Each semester, Internship Coordinator, Susan Biszewski-Eber works with CCIT faculty to provide an orientation for internship students. It is important that students plan ahead since much is involved with this process.
One student who recently applied for an internship is Ashley Rush. She is an IT Security A.S. student. To be sure that she was well prepared, she took the necessary steps to get the ball rolling. For starters, Rush filled out the internship application found under the internship section of SPC’s web site.
One key to landing technology internships is to have a good resume. Since Rush started college fresh from high school, she was not familiar with how to write a resume. Though challenging at first, she worked with Biszewski-Eber to write a solid resume. In lieu of work experience, Rush had to focus on related course work, volunteer experience and her ability to be a self-starter, for her resume.
Since resume writing has so many vital facets, Rush suggests that students get help from an internship coordinator or a career counselor. There are also workshops available to receive assistance. These resources are helpful since it is important to heighten your skill sets. At SPC, students should create their resume through Optimal Resume under My Career in MYSPC. Once the resume is complete, it is sent to SPC employment and Internship Office.
Any questions regarding Career Services, resumes, or internships should be directed to Career Services on any of the SPC campuses.