Communication majors must complete 1-3 hours (50-150 contact hours) of off-campus student internship (COM 499).  Completing the internship during the summer is recommended. It affords more time to build professional skills and contacts that will help your career development.  We encourage you to complete your internship at a location outside the immediate Shoals area.  

Click HERE for a list of internship sites that our students have used previously. 

Students are not eligible to register for COM 499 until an internship has been secured and this form has been submitted, reviewed, and approved by their advisor. Students are responsible for pursuing and securing their own internships. You will be notified if your request is approved/not approved.

If approved:

Your advisor will take the necessary steps to register you for the course.

If not approved:

Your advisor will let you know if they have questions or need more information. 

STUDENTS WILL NOT BE ENROLLED IN THE COURSE FOR THE REQUESTED SEMESTER IF THE DEADLINE FOR DROP/ADD HAS PASSED. Please see the Registrar's website for these dates.

Note: This form and process have been developed to ensure our students are getting the best professional experience while earning their required COM 499 course credit hours. Our goal is for students to intern under supervisors who have relevant experience/education in their field of study as well as participate in work that enhances their preparedness to secure a professional position after graduation.

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