Internships for Business Majors - College of Business

Learning and engagement beyond the classroom

Our mission is to broaden student business perspectives and enhance student career marketability through a steady stream of relevant and empowering educational opportunities.

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Resources such as Career Development Services and the Lutgert College of Business simplified the process of obtaining an internship. The real-world knowledge I have gained throughout my internship has excelled me above my peers and jumpstarted my career. If you are looking for a business internship, I would highly recommend using resources given through the LCOB.”

Kiley Gosselin

Management with a concentration in Human Resources '22

Taking advantage of internship opportunities at Florida Gulf Coast University has allowed me to gain phenomenal experience and make connections both inside and outside the workplace. The best part is being able to comfortably balance both my work and school while having a blast. Collaborating with the Lutgert College of Business may be a great next step for you to gain experience in your desired fields.”

Delvis Jaquez

Management '23

Internships have given me the confidence, practical skills, and knowledge to navigate the professional world. Not only are they useful but I can say I have had a fun time completing them. Reaching out to resources on campus such as Career Development Services or the Lutgert College of Business Internship Coordinator are great places to start the search. ”

Patrick Labora

Computer Information Systems

The value of an internship is, we learn from the textbooks and we take exams, and in an internship we apply what we have learned in the real world... FGCU has definitely been very, very helpful in providing me all of the information I needed regarding internships. ”

Klaudia Fisheku

Computer Information Systems '19

Internships open doors

On semester basis, Academic Internships may be completed for 3 credits. Students must be Junior/Senior status (60 credits earned), hold an overall FGCU GPA of 2.5, and a Major GPA of 3.0. Most opportunities are compensated between $12-17 per hour. Students may earn credit and be paid.

At any time, students may also obtain paid, part time professional employment or non-credit internships. These resume-building opportunities are typically 15-30 hours per week and help students transition from hospitality service and/or retail jobs into their professional business careers.

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Follow the steps below to pursue an internship opportunity.

#1 - REVIEW

Review the LCOB Student Internship Guide

#2 - ATTEND

Attend an LCOB Internship Information Session

#3 - COMPLETE

Complete the LCOB Academic Internship Agreement form with the employer

#4 - REGISTER

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Student Internship Guides:
- LCOB Student Internship Guide
  Required for students seeking credit.
- Sample Internships and Leading Area Employers
  Learn about local employers and sample internships.
FGCU Internship Resources:
- FGCU Office of Internships & Cooperative Programs
  Matching students with employer partners who have a real impact on careers.
- FGCU Career Development Services
  Services promoting personal and professional development to help maximize opportunities and fulfill your goals.
Other Internship Resources:
- Indeed.com
  Expand your career search with this industry leading job board.
- LinkedIn.com
  Explore social media for business professionals.
Internship Roles & Responsibilities
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LCOB Internship Coordinator:
Qualifies the student for the internship experience, and approves proposals on Eagle Career Network.

Faculty Internship Supervisor:
Responsible for supervising the academic internship, developing the scope of work to be completed for academic credit, evaluating the final report, and assigning an appropriate grade (S/U).

Company/Organization Internship Supervisor:
Responsible for supervising the student intern, tracking their performance, and then completing a Student Intern Evaluation Form at the conclusion of the internship experience.

Student & Company/Organization Responsibilities:
- Student
- Company/Organization
The student is responsible for adhering to the policies of the organization/company.

The student is responsible for adhering to the proper dress code required by the organization/company.

The student is responsible for transportation.

The student is responsible for reporting to the organization/company punctually and following all established regulations.

The student will not submit for publication any materials relating to the internship experience without prior written approval of the organization/company.

The student shall hold all privileged information concerning the operation of the organization/company and/or its customers in strict confidence.

All international students who hold the F-1 or J-1 visa should contact the Office of Global Initiatives and International Services to verify eligibility and immigration compliance.

At all times, the student must remember that he/she represents Florida Gulf Coast University and its current and future relationships with the organization/company.
The organization/company shall provide the student intern a planned, supervised program of career related experiences.

The organization/company shall maintain complete records on the student intern's performance and provide a Student Intern Evaluation Form as required by the university at the conclusion of the internship period.

The organization/company may request the university to withdraw any student intern from its facilities whose personal characteristics or performance prevent a desirable relationship with the organization/company.

The organization/company shall permit the inspection of its facilities, student intern records, and such items pertaining to the internship program by the university or agencies charged with the responsibility for accreditation of the academic programs.

The organization/company shall not take commercial advantage of its affiliation with the university by advertising the relationship in commercial media.

The organization/company agrees to comply with all Federal and State non-discrimination laws and work cooperatively with the university staff to accommodate student interns who request accommodations due to a disability documented through Florida Gulf Coast University.
LCOB Faculty Internship Supervisors
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Agribusiness:

Roka, Fritz
Center Director, Assoc Prof
LH 2308
239-590-7301
froka@fgcu.edu

Accounting:

Benford, Tanya
Chair/Associate Professor
LH 3339
239-590-7342
tbenford@fgcu.edu

Computer Information Systems:

Meso, Peter
Program Coordinator/Professor
LH 3349
239-590-7489
pmeso@fgcu.edu

Economics:

Regmi, Krishna
Assistant Professor, Economics
239-590-7476
kregmi@fgcu.edu

Finance:

Smythe, Thomas
Professor
LH 3362
239-745-4560
tsmythe@fgcu.edu

Management:

Manegold, Jenny
Chair, Department of Management/Associate Professor
LH 3308
239-590-7385
jmanegold@fgcu.edu

Marketing:

Aboulnasr, Khaled
Chair, Associate Professor
LH 2320
239-590-7598
kaboulna@fgcu.edu

Supply Chain Management:

Srivastava, Raj (Ph.D.)
Chair/Professor/Director, Center for Supply Chain Excellence
LH 3355
239-590-7372
rsrivast@fgcu.edu

Real Estate:

Allen, Tim
Coordinator/Eminent Scholar
LH 2303
239-590-7321
timallen@fgcu.edu
Forms & Documents
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- LCOB Academic Internship Agreement
- LCOB Student Internship Guide
Post-Internship Evaluations
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Must be completed by both the student and employer at the conclusion of the internship:
- Student Evaluation of Internship Experience
- Employer Evaluation of LCOB Student Interns
Employer Resources
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- Employer FAQs
  Are interns a good fit for your firm?
- Employer Checklist and Sample Position
  Tips on posting a “student-friendly” internship.
- Employer Internship Job Description (TEMPLATE)
  Download and complete.
- More Internship Resources
  Visit FGCU's Office of Internships and Cooperative Programs website.
Begin posting your positions:
- Register on Eagle Career Network, FGCU's job posting board.
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