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Externships

What is an Externship?

An externship is a valuable component of many technical school programs.** It’s a structured, supervised experience at a business location that allows you to apply your classroom knowledge in a real-world professional setting. Here’s why externships matter:

Gain Practical Experience

Externships take you beyond textbooks, giving you hands-on practice with the tools, technologies, and daily tasks of your chosen field.

Build Your Network

Connect directly with potential employers, mentors, and industry professionals, expanding your opportunities for future jobs.

Develop Essential Skills

Externships help you improve communication, problem-solving, and teamwork – the skills employers seek.

Get an Edge

Resume-boosting experience gained during your externship can make you a more attractive job candidate after graduation.

**Externship opportunities are not available with every program and not available for students attending online.

Find Your Program

How Does an Externship Work?

  1. Finding the Right Fit: Your school’s academics team collaborates with you to find an externship aligned with your career interests.
  2. Mentorship & Learning: During your externship, you’ll work under experienced professionals, receiving guidance and feedback to hone your skills.
  3. Progress Tracking: You’ll document your externship journey, reflecting on what you’ve learned and how your skills are developing.

Which Programs are Eligible for Externships?

  • Early Childhood Education

  • Healthcare Information

  • Technology

  • IT Support Specialist

  • Medical Billing and Coding

  • Medical Clinical Assistant

  • Pharmacy Technician

Online Students: If you’re enrolled online in one of the above programs, you’ll complete a capstone course providing in-depth, career-focused learning.

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