Internships, practicums, & Micro-Internships

Internships, practicum and micro-internship experiences all allow students to apply classroom knowledge in real-world situations. They expand your network, support development and exposure to new skills, and give you an edge in the job market. Murrow students can earn credits toward required communication electives.

Internships

Students in the Murrow College can earn academic credit for completing an internship – paid or unpaid!

The information below outlines the process of how to get started with earning COM/COMSTRAT 495 course credit. The 495 online course accompanies your internship with weekly reflections that connect your internship experience to career readiness. Internship credit is not intended to replace academic coursework. Please consult with your academic advisor to determine your academic needs.

COM/COMSTRAT 495 Checklist:

• Complete and pass COM 300
• Secure a paid or unpaid internship
• Consult with your academic advisor
• Credits
  • Only 1 internship for credit at a time
  • Minimum of 2 credits, maximum of 6 credits (not to exceed a total of 12 cumulative)
  • 107 = 2 credits, 160 = 3 credits
• Dates and Deadlines
  • Fall 2023 Priority Deadline: September 1, 2023
    
  • Fall 2023 Final Deadline: September 15, 2023
• Online Application
  • Pullman: Apply for COM 495 below
  • Global/Everett/Vancouver: Apply for COMSTRAT 495 below

COM/COMSTRAT 495 Application

Next Steps:

• Get verification from your supervisor that they will sponsor your internship (part of the 495 application process)
• Prepare a short proposal (part of the 495 application process)
• Submit your application – IMPORTANT: once your internship and credit have been approved and you are enrolled, credits cannot be altered to increase or reduce the amount
• Once your application materials are verified and accepted, you will receive a confirmation email confirming your course registration
• Liability Insurance
  • WSU is asking that students participating in internships procure liability insurance. This can be from WSU or another source.The cost is $7.00 for 365 days of coverage. Please complete the form here. Mail to the address provided or take to your campus Bursar’s Office.

Practicum

Students in the Murrow College can earn academic credit for completing a practicum. This course is a project-based directed study that pairs with an employer sponsored work project. These can be on or off campus and have no hard deadline (includes Parker Dewey Micro-Internships, see below). Practicums and Micro-Internships pair with COM 497 which requires three meetings with the instructor and a career related professional development project that supports student growth. The information below outlines the process of how to get started with earning COM 497 credit.

COM 497 Checklist:

• Admitted to a major or minor in the College of Communication
• Junior in standing
• By permission only (contact the Murrow Career Ready Advisor for information and prior approval)
• May be repeated for credit (not to exceed a total of 6 credits cumulative)
• 30 project hours = 1 credit, 60 project hours = 2 credits, 90 project hours = 3 credits

COM 497 Practicum Application

Next Steps:

• Check with your internship site supervisor about your hours before you apply
• Once your application materials are verified and accepted, you will receive a confirmation email confirming your course registration
• Liability Insurance
  • WSU is asking that students participating in internships procure liability insurance. This can be from WSU or another source.The cost is $7.00 for 365 days of coverage. Please complete the form here. Mail to the address provided or take to your campus Bursar’s Office.

Micro-Internships

Through these short-term, paid, project-centered experiences, you can demonstrate your skills, explore career paths, and expand your professional network. Unlike traditional internships, these paid opportunities are available year-round, tend to be remote, typically range from 5 to 40 hours of work, and are deadline-driven as opposed to set during specific hours – perfect for students with erratic or hectic schedules!

Parker Dewey is a leader in remote micro internships, working with various industries looking for skills like yours!

NEXT STEPS:

• Create a Parker Dewey Profile
• Explore Micro-Internships
• Apply for opportunities
• Complete the work assignment

Parker Dewey facilitates communication with businesses and help to troubleshoot any issues that arise. Micro-Internships are eligible for COM 497 credit (see above).

ACCESS PARKER DEWEY THROUGH ASCC HERE

NEED SUPPORT IN SEARCHING AND APPLYING FOR INTERNSHIPS?

Schedule an appointment with Murrow’s Career Ready Advisor

Wendy Wegner
wendy.wegner@wsu.edu
(509) 335-7333

The Edward R. Murrow College of Communication has resources to help you get career ready! Book an appointment with the Murrow Career Ready Advisor for an individualized search and support. Check our Murrow College Career Ready group on LinkedIn for the latest opportunities and professional development advice.

Murrow College ready on linkedin

Additionally, many remote internship opportunities can be found in many of the same places you would perform a traditional internship or job search.

• Indeed.com
• WSU Handshake
• WayUp
• We Work Remotely
• Chegg Internships
• Cool Works

Are you an employer with an internship or job opportunity to share? Email your posting to the Murrow Career Ready Advisor and we will get the word out to students and alumni!

WSU also has a central campus job site. Handshake is Washington State University’s free online employment resource website for students, alumni, and employers. Our mission is to connect students and alumni to professional full-time, part-time, internship, and on-campus employment opportunities globally through this system. We are proud of the important role we play in connecting students and employers, and we carefully cultivate employer partnerships. We recommend employers read the recruitment protocols and employer registration guidelines at Washington State University.

Create an account on Handshake and start recruiting students:

WSU Handshake for Employers