Experience shows, employers who take adequate time at the beginning of the internship to orient new interns, reap productivity and effectiveness more quickly than those who don’t. Please take time to do the following:
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Explain the Mission of the Organization
Explain the Organization Structure
Outline Organizational Rules, Policies, Decorum and Expectations
Define the Intern’s Responsibilities
Monitor the Intern’s Adjustment and Understanding of What Is Expected
Key Points
“Develop a thorough orientation and training plan to be implemented when the interns begin work, so they will learn quickly and become productive members of your team.”
“Invest supervisory time to establish an important bond with interns and set a crucial tone for the internship experience.”
(Adapted from Messiah College and the Technology Council of Central Pennsylvania)