Professional Internship Capstone

Catalog description

To earn a Master’s in Environmental Studies (ESMS) all students under the 36-credit curriculum must complete a capstone requirement. Students may choose to undertake a second internship to meet this requirement, with the goal of gaining additional professional experience in their field. A capstone internship is designed to be a culminating experience that bridges the student’s academic learning with their professional career. It allows the student to put their acquired knowledge and skills into action by integrating classroom theory into practice, while gaining new skills through on-site professional development and active networking. Students work with their academic advisor and the Internship Director to find an appropriate internship host organization. The student’s academic advisor must approve the student’s placement prior to registering for this course.