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Hosting an Internship

Are you an employer wanting to host an internship? Here's everything you need to know!

Businesses and organizations wanting to host internships can take advantage of BYU-Idaho's year-round, three-track semesters: Fall, Winter, Spring, and a shortened Summer Session. Each student is admitted to a track consisting of two semesters: Fall/Winter, Winter/Spring, or Spring/Fall.

The three-track system allows students one open semester each year. Students are encouraged to serve their internship during their "off-track".

Because of the three-track system, businesses can recruit students for an internship during any semester of the year.

For any questions, contact the Internship and Career Services Office at internships@byui.edu.

Guidelines for hosting an internship:

  • All internships must be directly related to a student’s major.
  • Students should receive valuable instruction and guidance from a qualified mentor or supervisor.
  • Shadowing is not typically approved unless it is coupled with other hands-on experiences.
  • Internships must be registered on I-Plan.
  • Master Agreement (a document outlining the responsibilities of the university and employer) must be accepted and on file with the BYU-Idaho Internship Office. This is to ensure that the student is covered by the university's liability policy.
  • An internship should last between 7 and 13 weeks.
  • Students must work a minimum of 10 hours per week, however, many departments require more than 10.
  • Students will be required to complete academic coursework during their internship.
  • Students and employers will need to complete a post-internship evaluation. Evaluation responses are shared only with the student's Internship Coordinator.

Any questions should be directed to the Internship Office 208-496-9801.

U.S. Department of Labor - Internship Regulations

Questions about Internships

You can post an internship on our BYU-Idaho website to find an intern. Please contact our Employer Relations Team at 208-496-9824 or by email at employerrelations@byui.edu.
The Master Agreement is a contract that protects the student, the employer, and the university. This document ensures that the intern is covered by the university's liability insurance policy. It also outlines the guidelines and responsibilities of each party during an internship.
Your basic responsibilities will be to provide supervision, meaningful opportunities & responsibilities, and valuable training. For full details, see the Master Agreement.
Compensation is what is agreed upon by the employer and intern prior to the employment start date. Internships may be paid or unpaid. If paid, pay is usually determined by experience and industry standards.
Responsibilities vary by state. Please contact your state's Workman's Compensation Program, or visit your state's website. BYU-Idaho does not provide Worker's Compensation for interns.
Discuss the issue with the intern first. Contact our office if the issue doesn't get resolved or if there's no improvement. We will assist you to the best of our abilities then refer you to the intern's faculty coordinator.
BYU-Idaho students with internships, student-teaching assignments, or nursing clinicals are covered by the university's liability insurance policy. Contact our office for more information regarding the policy or certificate of coverage.