ATM 310 - ATM Internship Planning

Description:
Preparation for required ATM internship; identifying professional goals, skills, opportunities and strategies, complete resumes, the application processes, preparing for interviews, analyzing the student internship, and introductory portfolio preparation. Formerly FCSA 379 and ATM 379, students may only receive credit for one.

Credits: (1)

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Analyze career opportunities within the design, product development, manufacturing, merchandising, retailing, promotion, or scholarship sectors of the fashion industry
Prepare the requirements for internship programs in terms of academic needs and assignments, employer expectations and evaluations, time management and organizational skills, etc
Compose a professional résumé, cover letter, and online portfolio
Examine active listening skills and interviewing techniques to include appropriate dress; well-prepared questions and answers; internet, telephone and office protocol; etc
Research and identify prospective internship employers
Write necessary internship forms and identify internship learning objectives

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
1/22/21

Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
Fall Locations: Online