Exercise Science Internships MOV credits

Internship – MOV Credits (pre-requisite – MOV 475) 300 – 600 hours ◦ hrs/week X 15 weeks ◦ No class time ◦ Course assignments ◦ Internship Expo – Final Presentation Setting of interest as approved by Internship Coordinator Needs to meet minimum expectations (as stated in intern manual) Permit required – given after site is secured and approved

Internship Search Start Early ◦ 1-2 semesters prior to starting Polish resume & interview skills Seek assistance from Career Services Determine your references Internship Manual– Take with you Know exactly what you are expected to learn/experience – the sites will ask ◦ Study the manual and review our Internship Website Date to secure ◦ March 1 st (spring semester) ◦ June 1 st for (fall semester) ◦ November 1 st for (winter semester)

Site Approval Approved Sites ◦ Need to inform Professor Peddie of planned site New Site ◦ Need to provide Professor Peddie with contact information ◦ Need a plan/outline for experiences – written by site & student ◦ Need to provide supervisor credentials/experiences ◦ Professor Peddie must approve

NEW Health Compliance Requirements for all Interns: All students will be instructed by the GVSU Internship Coordinator, Professor Peddie to complete 9 health compliance requirements These health compliance requirements are to be completed during the semester preceding your internship. Details of the requirements, including deadlines, testing procedures and screening protocols will be provided to the student by the Health Compliance Officer and Professor Peddie.

Health Compliance Requirements 1.Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation - CPR/First Aid 2. Physical Exam and Immunizations Form 3. Criminal Background Check 4. Drug Screen 5. Tuberculosis Screening 6. Annual Tuberculosis and Infection Control Training 7. Annual HIPAA Training 8. Annual Bloodborne Pathogens Training 9. Student Authorization to Receive and Release Information

FAQs Does the internship/fieldwork need to be within the semester dates? ◦ Yes for fieldwork ◦ Yes for internship, however 1-2 week early start will be acceptable. Can I complete my fieldwork and internship at the same site? ◦ Yes, however responsibilities must change with an internship and a plan must be presented Can I complete my fieldwork or internship where I currently work? ◦ In very rare cases, approval needed by Professor Peddie