FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Q. When does an internship take place?
A. Employers have adjusted their training schedules to accommodate students taking a school "semester" off to fulfill an internship. Flexible training dates for students allows employers valuable evaluation time. Winter/Spring January through April or May Summer May or June through August Fall September through December

Q. How many hours does an internship involve?
A. A typical internship lasts a semester, and involves 40 hours a week of supervised work experience. In general, preparation of written reports and papers required by your school are not typically included as part of the 40 hours.

Q. How much does an internship through OASIS cost?
A. The cost of securing an internship through OASIS is $500 (USD). All fees and costs incurred over the course of an internship are typically the responsibility of the student, but can in some cases be shared by an employer and/or your University.

Q. How will I know if my internship meets my University's requirements?
A. When you fill out an OASIS internship application, it's a good idea to include a copy of your school's internship requirements along with it. OASIS does supply a packet to each employer with required information about how to prepare an internship "training program". This training program will describe objectives, activities and list supervisors that the student will work under during the semester. This information will help students prepare for the internship, assisted by their school. If your school has additional requirements, OASIS can get more involved as necessary.

Q. What if I need housing while I complete my internship?
A. OASIS can provide you with information about short-term, all inclusive rental properties. Please visit www.orlandointerns.com for more details.

Q. How will I get back and forth to my internship?
A. Orlando/Central Florida covers a vast area; so many students bring a vehicle as a means of transportation. As with most metropolitan cities, parking is always an issue. Interns that utilize group housing can often take advantage of carpooling. There are public transportation options as well.

Q. How will I know how to dress for my internship?
A. It's best to speak directly with your internship supervisor about any dress code requirements before you arrive and begin the internship process. All OASIS internships offer students the opportunity to show their character, including how they conduct themselves in a professional atmosphere.

Q. What if I'm planning to attend graduate school?
A. Graduate career development issues are unique. They include evaluating academic and nonacademic career choices, discussing graduate school's effects on career choices, as well as learning, evaluating, and refining networking and interviewing skills. If you're interested in attending graduate school, OASIS is happy to assist you in exploring all of your options.

Feel free to contact OASIS with any other questions at 1-407-237-3059 or
e-mail us at Interns@InternsOrlando.com