0 or 3 credits
Fall 2026 Distance Learning Upper Division
The undergraduate internship course is designed as a culminating learning experience for students nearing graduation. Students will engage in a field-based HR experience that provides professional immersion in human resources, allowing them to apply knowledge acquired in the classroom to organizational practice. In addition to developing professional skills, students will examine how artificial intelligence (AI) and digital technologies are influencing HR practices in their host organizations. The course emphasizes reflection and professional development, helping students connect their 350-hour HR-related experience to both traditional and emerging approaches in the field.
Learning Outcomes1Demonstrate professional behaviors, workplace readiness, and ethical responsibility in a human resources context.
2Apply knowledge and theories from HR coursework to real-world organizational practices and challenges.
3Critically reflect on internship experiences by documenting gained competencies, professional skills, and exposure to AI and digital technologies in HR.
4Develop a job application portfolio, including resumes, cover letters, and interview preparation materials while engaging in ongoing career development planning.
5Synthesize field-based experiences with HR principles to assess how emerging trends including AI are shaping the HR profession.
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