Interns in Emergency Management

 Intern Failures vs. Success  Intern Selection Process  Project Oriented vs. Seat Warmer  Organizations Responsibilities  Intern Responsibilities

Interns in Emergency Management  Intern Failure Intern committed to filling time requirements only No interest in the field No understanding of the community we serve Fails to complete their requirements set by the College

Interns in Emergency Management  Successes Motivated student Interested in being part of your organization Willing to step out on their own to complete projects A set schedule for the Intern (in the office)

Interns in Emergency Management  Student Selection Ensure your organization can meet the requirements of the College Interview Student prior to accepting them Have a project selected for them and discuss during the Interview

Interns in Emergency Management  Project Oriented Internships Tangible product Allow Ownership of the project Set milestones for the project with regular updates to you and your team Let the student play a role in the design process

Interns in Emergency Management  Organizations Responsibilities Brief the Student on your organization and the services you provide to your community Ensure they have an understanding of the demographics of your residents Select a project that will benefit your program

Interns in Emergency Management Fully brief the student on the project and ensure they fully understand the outcome expected Project details and timelines must be clear Treat the Intern as you would any other employee Provide regular feedback sessions

Interns in Emergency Management  Interns Responsibilities Attendance/Timeliness Meeting deadlines Arranging meetings and briefings Meeting all requirements laid out by the college and your organization