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Ag Studies Internship Course
Description
Supervised work in
an agency or business related to Agricultural Studies. Emphasis on
technical and employability skill development and the construction of
a professional portfolio.
Goal of the Internship
Students choose an
agribusiness firm that most closely aligns with their personal career
goal in agriculture. The Goal of the Internship is to immerse the
student in real-world opportunities that develop relationships with an
agricultural firm and people employed in a variety of agriculture
careers.
How
does the program work?
Internship positions are
obtained two ways…
1. The student makes the initial contact with the industry firm,
or…
2. The student accesses the list of internship possibilities in
the Ag Studies office / website @
http://www.csustan.edu/AGStudies/
The company offers skill building employment and provides one
performance evaluation.
The program advisor will make at least one job-site visit.
Program Advisor will provide the Electronic Portfolio CD and
introduction in its use.
Student develops a Professional Portfolio and documents hours and
skills developed.
What
are the advantages?
For
The Industry Partner:
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Strengthen the relationship with CSUS Ag Studies
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Partnership in student education by providing
interns with real world experiences in career environments.
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Obtain a first-hand look at a potential employee
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Take advantage of the creativity, motivation and
skills of a person currently enrolled in the university
For
The Ag Studies Student:
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Obtain real-world experience in a career setting
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An opportunity to explore career options and areas
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Develop industry standard skills and understanding
about a potential career area
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Opportunity to prove oneself to a prospective
future employer
How
do I sign up?
Students: Enroll in AGST 4940 Ag Studies Internship on the
Special Registration form (available in the Ag Studies office)
Industry Partner: Call the Ag Studies office with information
about the internship (position title, job description, salary,
hours, start date, minimum and desired qualifications)
For more
information we encourage you to drop by our office:
Agricultural Studies Department
Bizzini Hall Room 237 D
California State University, Stanislaus
801 W. Monte Vista Ave.
Turlock, CA. 95382
Or contact us by phone or e-mail
Phone: (209) 664-6648
E-mail
MBender@csustan.edu
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