Hosting a CWRU practicum student gives your organization access to emerging talent and fresh ideas, while supporting students’ professional development. This page outlines the key benefits of participating in the practicum program and provides a clear summary of your responsibilities as an employer.
Benefits of Hosting a Practicum Student
Here are some ways you and your organization can benefit from hosting a practicum student:
- Access the expertise and creativity of talented students over a meaningful timeframe.
- Play a direct role in shaping and mentoring the next generation of professionals in your field.
- Increase your organization’s recognition among students, faculty, and staff.
- Build valuable relationships with CWRU faculty and programs.
Employer/Supervisor Responsibilities
- Register your company or organization with Handshake and include the primary contact for the organization
- Ensure that the student has a supervisor who can provide information about company policies, expectations, key contacts, and feedback
- Review the practicum student’s learning objectives prior to the start of his or her employment with your company
- Provide an orientation for the student that covers the following areas:
- Facility tour
- Worksite policies and procedures
- The organizational structure
- The office culture
- Introduction to co-workers
- Participate in a midpoint progress call with the student’s faculty advisor, and complete ad endpoint evaluation of the practicum student (evaluation will be emailed). Share your evaluation with the student so that they can gain valuable feedback.
Any Questions?
For questions or additional support, contact:
Emily Weaver, International Student Career Specialist
exw336@case.edu
Kailene Dolan, Assistant Director for Experiential Learning
kxd474@case.edu