IN 395A - Internship Seminar

This course provides an introduction to the cultural context of the internship placement, through the examination of cultural issues in the workplace, with a particular focus on preparation for entering the work environment. Writing and discussion topics also introduce the concept of skill-building in cross-cultural competencies, including cross-cultural communication, teamwork, and conflict mediation. The course prepares students for culturally appropriate résumé development and interviewing skills to facilitate proper placements through on-line classroom discussions, enabling students to better process what they experience at the internship host organizations.