Internship Paperwork

Once you have been offered and have accepted an internship, you need to complete a learning contract along with some of the paperwork discussed below. All learning contracts are due by June 15 for summer internships and by the Drop/Add date for fall and spring semester internships.

1. For Credit Internships
Some academic departments allow students to earn academic credit for their internship experience. Check with your department advisor to see if this option is available and to learn about department requirements. It is highly recommended that you read the Gettysburg College Policies Regarding Academic Credit for Internships.

A Gettysburg College Learning Contract for Academic Credit must be completed if you choose to seek credit. A course registration form must also be submitted to the Registrar's Office by June 15 for summer internships and by the drop/add date for fall and spring semester internships. Please be sure you complete the process of registering for your internship by handing in this form.

2. Not for Credit Internships (also called College Approved)
If you are doing a career-related internship and not receiving academic credit, a College Approved Learning Contract is completed. This contract is kept on file in the Center for Career Development and it officially documents that you completed the internship.

3. International Student Internships
International students doing internships are required to have their academic advisor complete a Learning Contract recommending them for Curricular Practical Training. Please contact the Center for Career Development with questions regarding this form.

4. Liability Waivers
Occasionally, an employer will insist that Gettysburg College sign a liability waiver before the student can begin his/her internship. Gettysburg College will not sign a form that releases the employer from liability concerns. Contact the Center for Career Development with any questions about this policy.

5. Internship Evaluation Form
Near the end of your internship, we will send you and your internship supervisor each an evaluation form to complete. This form will be e-mailed to you and needs to be returned within one week to the Center for Career Development.

6. Hospital Observation Form
This observation form is to be completed by volunteers working at Gettysburg Hospital.