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COM 293 Internship

This course is an unpaid internship requiring 130 hours of educational work experience with oversight by an advisor. Provides the student with practical work experience and networking opportunities in areas of the communications field. Emphasis is placed on multimedia creation and development in the areas of social media content (creation aspect), television broadcasting, radio, podcasting, print and broadcast journalism, corporate communications, social media communications and platform coordination, public relations, or advertising.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

Prerequisite: COM 283 or concurrent, COM 242

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Course Number and Title:

COM 293 Internship

Campus Location

  • Georgetown

Effective Date

202451

Prerequisites

Prerequisite: COM 283 or concurrent, COM 242

Course Credits and Hours

3 credit(s)

0 lecture hours/week

0 lab hours/week

Course Description

This course is an unpaid internship requiring 130 hours of educational work experience with oversight by an advisor. Provides the student with practical work experience and networking opportunities in areas of the communications field. Emphasis is placed on multimedia creation and development in the areas of social media content (creation aspect), television broadcasting, radio, podcasting, print and broadcast journalism, corporate communications, social media communications and platform coordination, public relations, or advertising.

Required Text(s)

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Core Course Performance Objectives (CCPOs)

  1. Apply industry-related verbal and written communications skills. (CCC 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6; PGC 1, 2, 3, 4, 5)

  2. Evaluate placement organization and the internship experience.  (CCC 1, 2, 4; PGC 4, 5) 

  3. Exhibit professional behavior when working in the communications field. (CCC 1, 2, 4; PGC 4, 5) 

  4. Use appropriate software and digital resources to complete technical assignments for supervising agencies including a final portfolio. (CCC 1, 2, 3, 4; PGC 1, 4)

See Core Curriculum Competencies and Program Graduate Competencies at the end of the syllabus. CCPOs are linked to every competency they develop.

Measurable Performance Objectives (MPOs)

Upon completion of this course, the student will:

  1. Apply industry-related verbal and written communications skills. 
    1. Create original products, materials, and (digital or media) content used by an organization. 
    2. Write correct forms and styles appropriate for the communications professions, audiences, and purposes they serve.
    3. Collaborate with a supervisor to produce media products. 
    4. Exhibit multimedia communication competencies. 
    5. Prepare timesheets that accurately reflect hours worked, project status,and submit in a timely manner.
    6. Apply tools, applications and technologies appropriate for the communications professions in which they work.
  2. Evaluate placement organization and the internship experience.
    1. Identify personal strengths and challenges that become evident during the field experience.
    2. Identify program preparation strengths and weaknesses that become evident during the field experience.
    3. Summarize the field experience, including reflections on whether the experience supported or conflicted with personal and professional values.
  3. Exhibit professional behavior when working in the communications field.
    1. Interact ethically and professionally in matters relating to the business or agency. 
    2. Perform on-the-job training in an office or in virtual environments related to the communications field.
    3. Function effectively as a virtual or in-office team member.
    4. Resolve interpersonal and team conflicts.
    5. Communicate with internship supervisors in a timely manner.
    6. Demonstrate ability to meet deadlines.
    7. Exhibit a professional and positive attitude throughout field experience.
  4. Use appropriate software and digital resources to complete technical assignments for supervising agencies including a final portfolio.
    1. Demonstrate design and typographic skills and produce media and or images using Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Audition, and/or Premiere.
    2. Manage, organize, and share media files with the supervising agency.
    3. Use and apply copyright concepts and theories in the use and presentation of images and information.
    4. Prepare a finished portfolio that reflects creativity and proficiency in the chosen field of visual communications.

Evaluation Criteria/Policies

The grade will be determined using the Delaware Tech grading system:

90-100 = A
80-89 = B
70-79 = C
0-69 = F
Students should refer to the Catalog/Student Handbook for information on the Academic Standing Policy, the Academic Integrity Policy, Student Rights and Responsibilities, and other policies relevant to their academic progress.

Final Course Grade

Calculated using the following weighted average

Evaluation Measure

Percentage of final grade

Summative: Supervisor Evaluation

50%

Formative: Internship Journal

25%

Summative: Journal Presentation

25%

TOTAL

100%

Program Graduate Competencies (PGCs are the competencies every graduate will develop specific to his or her major)

  1. Analyze the impact of media on society.
  2. Produce print, radio, video and web media products that meet professional standards.
  3. Apply principle of design to media products.
  4. Demonstrate effective professional communication skills.
  5. Apply professional, ethical, and legal standards of behavior.

Core Curriculum Competencies (CCCs are the competencies every graduate will develop)

  1. Apply clear and effective communication skills.
  2. Use critical thinking to solve problems.
  3. Collaborate to achieve a common goal.
  4. Demonstrate professional and ethical conduct.
  5. Use information literacy for effective vocational and/or academic research.
  6. Apply quantitative reasoning and/or scientific inquiry to solve practical problems.

Students in Need of Accommodations Due to a Disability

We value all individuals and provide an inclusive environment that fosters equity and student success. The College is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for students with disabilities. Students are encouraged to schedule an appointment with the campus Disabilities Support Counselor to request an accommodation needed due to a disability. The College's policy on accommodations for persons with disabilities can be found in the College's Guide to Requesting Academic Accommodations and/or Auxiliary Aids Students may also access the Guide and contact information for Disabilities Support Counselors through the Student Resources web page under Disabilities Support Services, or visit the campus Advising Center.

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