Colleges using internships in degree programs

Many colleges are now using internships to fill out credits in addition to traditional coursework. Students benefit from the hands-on experience of working in their field of study. It gives them a chance to utilize things they have learned in the classroom in a real world work environment, which is essential to feeling prepared for the workforce when school is over. Many students are also able to get a foot in the door of a company they desire to work for in the future. An internship may be a good trial period for an employer to get to know someone and lead to a more permanent hire.