Capstone Biology Internship

Catalog description

Capstone Biology Internship permits students to earn academic credit for work or volunteer activity that deals with the biological sciences. The internship is designed to integrate classroom knowledge with practical work experience in the student's chosen area of study. Students are evaluated by their on-the- job supervisor and monitoring faculty member. Capstone Internship requires a ?nal deliverable including one of 1) a manuscript summarizing their independent research project, 2) an oral presentation to a broad audience, or 3) demonstrated leadership or mentorship expertise. A minimum of 60 hours is required for each credit to be earned. Enrollment in the course is approved by the monitoring faculty member after review and approval of a written internship proposal. This course may be repeated for an accumulated total of three credits.