Experiential Learning

Academic Internships

快活林性息's Undergraduate Academic Internships provide students with exciting opportunities to connect classroom learning with real-world applications. The program offers placements across a wide range of industries, allowing participants to gain hands- on experience and develop essential professional skills. Each internship is thoughtfully aligned with the student鈥檚 academic major and career aspirations, offering meaningful engagement, valuable networking opportunities, and a strong foundation for success in a competitive job market.

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Both the Internship Learning Plan and Internship Waiver should be completed by students. The learning plan is to be signed by the student intern, site supervisor, and faculty/course supervisor.听听

This is an electronic form for faculty to complete to request Procurement to initiate an Internship/Service Learning Agreement.

This form is to be completed as soon as possible once the student has selected an internship assignment.

This form is to be completed as soon as possible once the student has participated in an internship orientation.

Open the听听dropdown list听and select "Completed" to view a list of approved organizations.

Faculty can complete the听听form to start the process of establishing a new internship site.听

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快活林性息 encourages students to participate in meaningful internships in the community that are directly related to their course of study. While these student placements come with associated risks, campus departments can help ensure students enjoy safe and rewarding off-campus learning experiences by following certain risk management procedures.

An effective internship plan is designed to enhance the student鈥檚 fieldwork experience and provide best practices that minimize risk and liability. To achieve such a plan, departments should:

  • Ensure that faculty and students understand their roles and responsibilities.
  • Select and contract with the best fieldwork sites available.
  • Understand and apply risk reduction techniques. Credit bearing internships taking place at approved sites allow for Student Professional Liability Insurance to be included in the package.

CSU S4 Database

California State University, Northridge has adopted the听听for managing off-campus activities听for Biology and Geology Field Trips, English 494 Internships, and Service Learning courses. S4 manages听students' off-campus听placements, processes the approval of community organization, and collects听students risk management forms and evaluations.

Currently, English 494 faculty and students are successfully using the S4 Database. Faculty interested in using the S4 Database for their academic internship courses can contact Micah Alvord at micah.alvord@csun.edu听in Undergraduate Studies for more information. Early adopters of the database will have the opportunity to offer vital feedback on the pros and cons that will have direct impact on improvements in version three of the S4 Database, set to be implemented in 2021.听

Academic Field Trips

Information on Academic Field Trips (AFT) that are not using the S4 Database can be found on the听Page.

Academic Field Trips using the听

California State University, Northridge has adopted the听听for managing off-campus activities听for听Biology and Geology Field Trips, English 494 Internships, and Service Learning courses. S4 manages听students' off-campus听placements, processes the approval of community organization, and collects听students risk management forms and evaluations.听

Currently piloting the use of S4 are faculty from the Biology and Geology departments. Faculty interested in becoming a participant in our pilot program, please contact Micah Alvord, S4 Database Analyst, at micah.alvord@csun.edu.

  • 听to view your placements/options/forms to complete. Use your 快活林性息 user name and password.
  • . - how to use the S4 Academic Field Trip system

  • 听to view your field trip classes, make placements, and view student forms. Use your 快活林性息 user name and password.
  • 听-听how to use the S4 Academic Field Trip System
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Service Learning

Also known as Community-Based Learning, 快活林性息鈥檚 Service Learning program integrates academic coursework with meaningful community engagement, fostering a reciprocal relationship between students and local organizations. Founding on the four core principles of Community Empowerment, Civic Responsibility, Reflection, and Experience, this innovative approach to education allows students to apply theoretical concepts to real-world challenges, thereby enhancing students鈥� experience to not only be academically proficient but also socially responsible and equipped with practical skills to make meaningful contributions to their communities. By combining rigorous academic study with impactful service, Service Learning at 快活林性息 prepares graduates to lead with empathy, engage with diverse perspectives, and drive positive change in a rapidly evolving world.

Want to make an impact while earning academic credit? Visit our听听page to explore service learning courses, opportunities, and how to get involved!

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