APSC 300 - Queen's Internship

Expectations of the Employer

Expectations that are the same for both University and Intern:

1. That the Intern’s work activities will be those outlined in the interview/hiring process. It is recognized that some changes may be necessitated by the Employer’s need to react to changing business conditions.
2. That consideration will be given to the assignment of a mentor to the Intern, preferably one who is external to the Intern’s department.
3. That the Intern will be provided opportunity for personal and professional growth.
4. That the Intern will be given ongoing input regarding performance, and areas of weakness and strength, over the duration of the Internship. Suggestions for self-improvement, and performance objectives will be offered.  That two performance evaluations (preferably on the University’s form) will be prepared: one at the end of 4 months, and another at the end of the term, which will be review with the intern. A plan for the intern’s further development will accompany the 4-month evaluation.
5. That the Intern will be provided with a safe workplace adequate for the execution of his work, and that the Intern will have opportunity for association with the Intern’s professional peers and role models.

University Expectation of the Employer:

1. That all internship employment postings and interviews will be conducted through or carried out with knowledge of the University’s Department of Career Services.
2. That all offers to potential interns initially be made through Career Services
3. That training will be provided to assist the Intern in fulfilling job responsibilities.
4. That any current / impending issues or concerns that may materially affect the Intern’s employment status will be communicated promptly.
5. That access to the Intern by the University’s program co-ordinators will be provided as required.
6. That program feedback and suggestions for improvement will be provided.

Intern Expectations of the Employer:

1. That the Intern will be given opportunity to further the Intern’s understanding of their profession, with training and exposure to situations which will enhance their experience.
2. That the Intern will be involved in the establishment of her/his assignments.
3. That the Intern will be fairly compensated for their work.

Applicable only to Applied Science:

1. That the Intern will be given opportunity to further their understanding of the engineering profession, with training and exposure to situations which will qualify toward the experience requirements of licensing by the PEO.
2. That the Employer may offer guidance in the selection of a topic for the Intern’s technical report, and permission to use a work related subject for it will not unreasonably be withheld.
3. That consideration will be given to the assignment of a mentor (preferably a Professional Engineer in a non-related department)