SPRING 2021 KINESIOLOGY INTERNSHIP Internship eligibility requirements and

SPRING 2021 KINESIOLOGY INTERNSHIP Internship eligibility, requirements, and processes for seniors in Kinesiology

Kinesiology internship • An opportunity to apply and integrate the knowledge and skills developed in the classroom to real-world experience • Preparation for entry into the kinesiology-related fields • UTSA has established partnerships with a variety of companies and organizations in San Antonio • Completed during the last semester before graduation Department of Kinesiology

Kinesiology internship • Required for KIN students who are in: • • Athletic Medicine (ATMD) concentration Exercise Science and Wellness (EXSW) concentration Exercise Physiology (EXPH) concentration Degree-only or Kinesiology and Health Science concentration on Fall 2017, Spring 2018, or Summer 2018 Catalogs • Optional for other KIN students Department of Kinesiology

Your catalog Your Concentration will show up here. Nothing shows up for Degree-only students Department of Kinesiology

Kinesiology internship: Eligibility 2 nd to last semester before graduation Last semester before graduation Register for internship Complete internship (KIN 4936) GRADUATION • In order to register for the internship, students must: • • Have UTSA GPA of 2. 50 or higher Have less than 12 -13 credit hours of coursework (including 6 -credit hour Internship) during the last semester before graduation* * Approval is required to take more than 7 -credit hour of courses in addition to the internship in fall and spring semesters, or any additional course in the summer Department of Kinesiology

Kinesiology internship: Components • A minimum of 300 hours (~20 hours/week) at the internship site • Complete assignments • Internship is still part of your course work • Make sure to turn in your assignments on time Department of Kinesiology

Kinesiology internship: Process 1. Preparation 2. Finding an internship site 3. Submit a paperwork Department of Kinesiology

Kinesiology internship: Preparation 1. Go to UTSA Career center website and utilize their resource to prepare for the internship https: //careercenter. utsa. edu/ 2. Think about the type of experience you want to get out of the internship 3. Update your resume 4. Clean up your social networking sites • Social networking sites should be a professional reflection of yourself 5. Start preparing early Department of Kinesiology

Kinesiology internship: Sites • Internships must be completed with organizations that have current Affiliation and Program agreements in place between the site and UTSA Department of Kinesiology

Kinesiology internship: Sites 1. Identify potential internship sites https: //hcap. utsa. edu/kinesiology/currentstudents/internships/agencies/ 2. Contact the potential internship sites • Using your UTSA email will show your affiliation • Send in your resume with a short introduction • If you have not heard from the site in 7 -10 business days, follow up with a phone call 3. Interview Department of Kinesiology

Kinesiology internship: Sites Hi Ms. /Mr. XXXX, My name is XXXX. I am a senior Kinesiology major student at UTSA. I am interested in completing an internship at your company/organization in the fall. <Briefly talk about what attracted you to the site> I have attached my resume to this email for your review. I am available for interview in-person or over a voice/video call. I look forward to hearing from you. Sincerely, Make sure to include your (Your name) phone number and an email address Your email signature Department of Kinesiology

Kinesiology internship: Sites • Preparation for the interview • Learn about the site so that you can demonstrate your knowledge of the program and ask intelligent questions • Look at their websites for: • • • Mission/vision statements Current projects Program’s Philosophy and policies Organizational structure Potential growth Organization’s reputation, awards or recognition • Make note of any questions you may have about the site • Practice your response to common interview questions Department of Kinesiology

Kinesiology internship: Sites Common interview questions: • • "Tell me a little about yourself. ” “What made you want to intern with us? ” “What are your goals after graduation? ” “What type of skills/training do you have? ” "Out of all the candidates, why should we hire you? ” ”What are your strengths and weaknesses? ” “What is your availability (schedule)? ” "What questions do you have for me? ” • Always have a response ready for this question Department of Kinesiology

Kinesiology internship: Sites • Interview • Dress appropriately • Arrive 15 minutes early • For interviews using video conferencing, set up early to make sure the computer/internet is working properly, and log on a few minutes early • Turn off your phone and your smartwatch to minimize distractions • Smile • Make eye contact • Speak clearly Department of Kinesiology

Kinesiology internship: Sites • After interview • Send a follow up email (evening/next morning) to thank them for their time to meet with you and that you are looking forward to hearing from them about the position Department of Kinesiology

Kinesiology internship: Paperwork • Once you secure the internship site, student must work with the internship site to complete the Educational Plan • Educational Plan must be submitted before 11/15 to KIN. Internship@utsa. edu • Copy your site supervisor on the email • The department will register you into the course once the Educational Plan is approved Department of Kinesiology

Kinesiology internship: Expectations • Arrive 15 minutes before scheduled time • Have open communication with your site supervisor • Respond to conflict in a professional manner • Be eager to learn • Show respect and appreciation Department of Kinesiology

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