Hampton University

Reflections

Course: EDUO-738-74-S14 Internship
Student: Carrie Jacobs
Professor: Dr. Barbara Holmes
May 17, 2014

What To Expect?
First Rule Enroll in the correct course.

Second Rule- Read over your syllabus to ensure and
understand your semester requirements.

Third Rule- Find a site location that supports your
program of study.

Fourth Rule Find a mentor that holds a PhD.
Selecting a Site
My name is Carrie Jacobs and I am currently working as a high school Assistant
Principal. This semester will conclude my second internship.

Since I had experience working as a teacher at the middle school level, I thought why
not intern at an elementary school. My supervisor/mentor held a PhD from UNC and
was wonderful to learn under. She taught be everything from scheduling, reading the
data, planning workshops, auditing the finances, etc. She was resourceful and
someone that I would consider as a friend. In essence, principal roles at an
elementary level are similar to high school but the responsibilities are definitely
smaller in volume.

This semester I decided to intern at a local university and received my training from
the University Dean. I have been on the work site for three weeks and what an
outstanding boss. He is sharp, forthcoming and wants to add me as a full time faculty
member.

In summary, this is your internship so make it work for you, build positive
relationships and network!















Recommended Attire
During Your Internship
Reflections

Finding a Mentor Your reporting supervisor
should be a mentor. Try to be positive, keep
communication going and show him or her that
you are interested in a career within this field.

Be Enthusiastic Even if you already understand
what is being shared with you, be energized and
follow along.


Reflections
Take Notes Never report empty handed to
work.

Ask Questions This is your internship so dont
be afraid to ask questions.

Work Hard If you are scheduled to report on a
certain day, come in on an extra day if you have
time.
Reflections
Be On Time If you agreed to a certain time,
please report on time and do not be ten minutes
late or never show up.

Observe Dont pretend you know everything.
Observe the office politics, study the staff
demeanor, listen to the clients, etc.

Attend Meetings- Ask for permission and attend
as many meetings as you can and be polite.
Reflections
Enjoy No matter how much homework you
might have pending when you arrive home,
enjoy your currents assignments and do your
best!

Be Yourself Dont pretend you are taking over
and rub people wrong. Be professional and
polite.

Stay in Touch- After you have finished the
internship, stay in touch!


Reflections
Dont procrastinate on your final project during
the last week of class because anything can go
wrong especially with your computer when you
least expect it.




Good Luck, Have Fun, and Enjoy
Your Stay At Hampton University!




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about what they do.
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