Experiential
Learning is learning by doing. It gives you direct
contact with the realities of the workplace, and
for many industries, it has become a REQUIRED part
of the educational experience.
Included under the umbrella
of "Experiential Learning" are Experiential
Education or Co-op's, Internships, Summer Jobs and
Community Service. Each can be a work experience
that complements your academic training and gives
you an introduction to a specific career or field
of interest.
Experiential Education allows
you to put your academic training to practical use
and involve duties similar to those of an entry-level
position. It can offer you the opportunity to:
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Explore
and clarify your major and career goals with
professionals in the field, so you'll know if
the field is right for you - increase your self-knowledge.
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Develop
knowledge, competencies, and experiences related
to your major and career goals.
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Gain
practical employment experience that employers
look for when hiring college graduates:
- solve complex problems
- communicate effectively
- function comfortably in teams
- work productively with people
from diverse backgrounds
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Take
responsibility for your own learning and create
a more rewarding college experience.
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Achieve
confidence and a smoother transition to permanent
employment - develop professional work habits.
check out these sites
for internships
Multiple Categories:
Arts/Communication/Music/Fashion:
Business and Finance:
International:
Journalism:
Math/Science/Tech./
Engineering:
Non-Profit:
Sports:
* Our Career Counselors have administrative access to these sites. Please call our office (x4287) and make an appointment with one of our counselors.
If
you are interested in completing an internship
out-of-state, here are some resources available
to assist you with your
Out-of-State
Housing Search. |
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Learn
how to get
involved with the University
of Hartford's Experiential Education Office. |
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University of Hartford • Career Services • GSU 309
200 Bloomfield Ave • West Hartford, CT 06117
tel: 860-768-4287 • fax: 860-768-5141 • email: career@hartford.edu
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