Intern
of the Week
Mark P.,
Spring '11,
Waldorf Real Estate
Waldorf, MD
“From my internship I feel that I have gained, and will continue to gain, a better feel of the current real estate market in the Southern Maryland region and how the economy is playing a role in that market.”
Employer FAQ
Thank you for your interest in the bright and talented students of St. Mary's College of Maryland! If you don't see your question here, please let us know at careercenter@smcm.edu!
1. How can I find an intern interested in working with my organization?
To have your internship opportunity entered into our database, please submit our standard Site Approval Form electronically (or complete the print-and-fax version) to careercenter@smcm.edu. We welcome paid and volunteer internship listings, but reserve the right to determine suitability for academic credit. If you have already identified an intern for your opening, we will work with you and the student to process the Site Approval Form and facilitate registration for credit (student info/forms are available here). If you do not yet have an established internship program, or if you would like to consider ways to improve the experience of interns at your site, please read our manual for employers, Developing Quality Internship Program. It is also important for potential sites to be aware of the criteria for unpaid interns from the Fair Labor Standards Act (for additional information see here). (*Click here for our employer recruitment letter!*)
2. I'm serving as the site supervisor for an SMCM intern. What do I need to do?
Assuming your site has already been approved for credit, you'll need to support the student in the completion of their Learning Agreement by providing specific details about work responsibilities and opportunities for learning. Your signature is also required. Our manual, Developing Quality Internship Program will assist you in orienting and managing your intern; please refer to it frequently over the course of the internship. At the end of the internship you will be asked to provide an evaluation of your intern's performance. You may return it by e-email, mail, or fax. If you have any questions or concerns about your intern's experience or the credit internship program, please contact us by phone 240-895-4203 or e-mail careercenter@smcm.edu.
3. How can I advertise a part- or full- time position announcement?
The "Seahawk Opportunity Network" or "Op-Net" is now operational! Click here to access the registration page. After your employer profile is approved you will be able to post and manage manage open positions for students and alumni, and to take applications through the site if you so choose.
4. How do I arrange a recruitment visit?
We are happy to host employers on campus for individual tabling sessions, interviews, and presentations. A table in the common area of the Campus Center from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. provides maximum exposure to students during the high-traffic lunch period. You are welcome to bring presentation boards, brochures, giveaways, or a computer (battery power is best, but please let us know if you need access to an outlet). After tabling, space can also be reserved for one-on-one student meetings or a late-afternoon group presentation. To make arrangements for a recruiting visit, please contact us at 240-895-4203 or careercenter@smcm.edu. Recruitment brochures can be sent to: SMCM Career Development Center, 18952 E. Fisher Rd., St. Mary's City, MD, 20686.
5. How can I get involved with CDC programs?
If you would be interested in serving as a mentor for current students or participating in workshops, networking events, or other career related programs, please create a profile in MentorNet, SMCM's mentorship database, or send us an e-mail at careercenter@smcm.edu. There are many opportunities for participation, and we welcome your ideas for new programs and partnerships!
