English 449-011, 012, 013, 014
Writing Internship in English
Instr: Washburne, Carolyn Kott
Office: CRT 574; 229-2709; FAX 414-961-1971
e-mail: ckw@uwm.edu
Office hours: TBA
Course Information: T; 4:30-7:15pm; BOL B68 (5/29-8/18)
[NOTE: This "schedule" is listed in the Schedule of Classes only for administrative purposes. The internship does not meet regularly as a class, as students will be attending their placements in the community. The orientation meeting will be Tuesday, May 29, 4:30 p.m., Room TBA].
Also, note that four sections are listed in the Schedule, depending on the number of credits desired.
Course Description
The Internship in English provides you with the opportunity to:
- Apply your writing, research, and analytical skills while working in a "real world" setting.
- Develop professional skills and experience to help achieve your long-term goals.
- Synthesize course and work experience through progress reports, class discussion, conferences with the instructor, and a final paper.
Internship placements have been arranged with a variety of Milwaukee-area organizations and businesses in the following fields: publishing, public relations and advertising, corporate communications departments of companies, not-for-profit agencies, and technical writing firms. As a writing intern, you may be called upon to do a variety of tasks, including writing, editing, proofreading, and researching. To apply for this course, fill out an application form, available at www.uwm.edu/Dept/English/bustech/internship/
The application asks you for a summary of your school and work experience, references, and a sample of your writing. A faculty committee will screen applicants for their competency in English grammar, punctuation, and usage, as well as for their ability to conduct themselves appropriately in the workplace. The application instructions also direct you to the list of possible placements.
Course Information and Requirements
Unpaid
1-4 credits
1 credit: total of 80 hours at your placement
2 credits: total of 80-160 hours at your placement
3 credits: total of 160-240 hours at your placement
4 credits: total of 240-320 hours at your placement
(NOTE: These hours can be scheduled any time from the beginning of May through the beginning of August, in consultation with the supervisor at your placement.)
