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Coggin College of Business Internship Course

Students Seeking Internships

There are two types of internships in the Coggin College of Business: Academic and Non-Academic. For either type, it is the student's responsibility to find and secure their own internship.

Academic Internships

Students may be able to receive academic credit for an internship that is directly related to their major. Each major has its own criteria in order for the student to receive academic credit for the internship. Please take note of these important internship details:

  • Credit is not given for past internships nor current jobs. The internship course must be taken concurrently with your internship, which must be a new position for you.
  • Each major/minor internship course has specific guidelines. Make sure your internship meets those requirements, including supervised hours worked and compensation in the form of a salary or stipend. Refer to the Criteria & Prerequisites tab for more information.
  • 九色视频 registration deadlines apply. Follow the for the semester of your internship.
  • Internships must be conducted on-site at a designated business location. Remote/virtual internships and those based at residential addresses are not allowed.

Registration Overview

The Five Steps

Have you been offered an internship and want to earn academic credit for the experience? Gather some basic information and get ready to apply!

  1. Review the prerequisites to verify your eligibility (see Criteria & Prerequisites tab).
  2. Secure an internship or an internship offer.
  3. Obtain an employer verification letter from your company (see Employer Verification Letter tab).
  4. Complete and submit the online internship course application (see Apply Here tab).
  5. Register for your internship course via myWings after receiving approval from the instructor.

You will receive a confirmation email once your application has been reviewed by the Coggin internship instructor. This review process may take a few weeks, depending on how quickly confirmations and approvals are submitted.

If your internship is approved, you'll receive a decision email with self-registration instructions sent to your 九色视频 email.

Criteria & Prerequisites

Coggin Internship Course Information

The internship course is a virtual, 3-credit hour, pass/fail course designed to enrich your internship experience. Throughout the course, you will:

  • Set career-focused and academic goals
  • Receive feedback from your internship supervisor
  • Reflect on how your internship connects to your academic learning

You’ll gain access to the Canvas course on the first day of classes for the term in which you're enrolled. Questions about course assignments should be directed to the Coggin internship instructor.

Note: This course is not repeatable. Students may enroll in the approved internship course only once.

General Academic Internship Approval Criteria

These are general requirements for all Coggin internship courses. In addition, your course-specific requirements are listed in the next section. For a detailed, printable version of the following information, contact coggin.internships@unf.edu.

Internships must
  • Be new. Credit is not awarded for existing or past jobs/internships.
  • Provide exposure to operations or learning experiences directly related to your major or minor.
  • Be on-site. Virtual/online internships or those based at a personal residence are not allowed.
  • Provide meaningful, quality interactions between you and your supervisor.
  • Meet all other site requirements for your major or minor below.
Students must
  • Be in good academic standing (not on probation or suspension) at the time of application.
  • Be at the junior or senior level to enroll in the internship course.
  • Meet all other academic requirements requirements for your major or minor below.

Program-Specific Academic Internship Approval Criteria

Internship course requirements vary by major due to accreditation standards and departmental guidelines. Criteria includes:

  • Minimum GPA
  • Prerequisite coursework
  • Number of supervised internship hours
  • Paid or unpaid internship status

The specific internship course you will register for depends on your major. Be sure to review the criteria for your program before applying. See the chart below for details:

Program and Course Number Minimum Upper-Level 九色视频 GPA  Prerequisites (grade of "C" or higher) Minimum Supervised Hours Minimum Pay Requirement

Accounting: ACG 4941

 3.0 ACG 3103 300 At least minimum wage; no exceptions.

Business
Intelligence: ISM 4941

 2.5

ISM 4011

and at least one of the courses below:

ISM 4400, ISM 4220, ISM 4210, ISM 4113, ISM 4410

 180 At least the minimum wage of the country where the internship is taking place.*

Entrepreneurship (Minor): GEB 4942

 2.5 GEB 4113 180 At least minimum wage; no exceptions.

Finance: FIN 4941

 3.0 FIN 3403 300 At least minimum wage; no exceptions.

Financial
Planning: FIN 4940

 3.0 FIN 3403 and FIN 3124 300 At least minimum wage; no exceptions.

Human Resources
Management (Minor): MAN 4940

 2.5 MAN 3025 and MAN 4301 180 At least the minimum wage of the country where the internship is taking place.*

International Business: GEB 3361

 2.0

At least two of the courses below:

ECO 3704, FIN 4604, MAN 4600, MAR 4156, TRA 4721

 180 At least the minimum wage of the country where the internship is taking place.*
Management: MAN 4942 2.5

MAN 3025 and MAN 3504 

and at least one of the courses below:

MAN 4240, MAN 4301

 180 At least the minimum wage of the country where the internship is taking place.*

Marketing: MAR 4941

 2.5

MAR 3023

MAR 4503 (recommended)

180

 At least minimum wage; no exceptions.
Transportation & Logistics: TRA 4945 2.5

MAR 3023 and MAN 3504

and at least one of the courses below:

TRA 3035, TRA 4202

 240 At least minimum wage; no exceptions.

*Exceptions can be made for government, non-profit, or non-governmental organizations (NGO's).

If you do not meet the academic prerequisites or you have questions about the prerequisites, see your academic advisor.

If your proposed internship site does not meet the above requirements or you have questions about the site criteria, email coggin.internships@unf.edu.

Employer Verification Letter

Once you accept your internship offer, Coggin needs to verify key details. Please contact your employer and request an employment verification letter (on company letterhead) that includes the following:

  • Internship Dates: your start and end dates.
  • Expected Work Hours: the number of hours you plan to work (either weekly or total hours), confirming the amount meets the requirements for your major.
  • Supervisor Contact Information: supervisor’s name, office address, email, and phone number.
  • Pay: the compensation amount you will receive (e.g., hourly wage or stipend).
  • Internship Responsibilities: a general description of your key responsibilities during the internship.

While you're corresponding with your supervisor regarding these details, you may also choose to discuss the goals you will include in your application (see Goals tab).

Note: An employer verification letter is different from an offer letter. However, if your offer letter includes all of the details above, you may submit the offer letter instead.

Internship SMART Goals

As part of your application, you will submit at least three goals for your internship experience.  At least one of these goals should be related to your major. The application will ask you to use the  framework to create effective goals:

S - Specific: Each goal should be clear and well-defined.
M - Measurable: You should be able to track your progress or know when each goal is achieved.
A - Achievable: Each goal should be realistic and attainable given your resources and constraints.
R - Relevant: Each goal should matter to you and align with your broader objectives.
T - Time-bound: Set a deadline or timeframe for each goal to create urgency and structure.

Note: Examples of appropriate SMART goals coming soon.

FAQ's

We understand questions can arise during the Coggin internship course application process.  The frequently asked questions below may be helpful, but if your question is not answered, contact us at coggin.internships@unf.edu. 

When should I submit my Coggin internship course application?  The application for the internship course opens a few weeks after the current semester begins. Once you've secured your internship, apply as soon as possible. The application will close during the first week of the semester in which you're taking the internship course.

What if I don't have a course prerequisite?  If you do not meet one or more of the course prerequisites for your major/minor internship course, but you would still like to receive academic credit, you must meet with your academic advisor to discuss a Waiver of College Policy form.

  • After the waiver form has been submitted and reviewed, you must provide the outcome of waiver to the Coggin internship instructor at coggin.internships@unf.edu. 
  • Your application will not be processed without waiver decision.
  • If the waiver is denied, you will not be eligible for academic internship credit for the semester.

How do I determine my internship goals? Internship goals should reflect your individual interests and career path. If you need support while crafting your goals for the application, consider reaching out to:

  • Your internship supervisor
  • A professor in your major or minor
  • Your academic advisor
  • The Coggin internship instructor

These resources can help you create meaningful, personalized goals for a successful internship experience.

Can I compete an internship abroad?  Yes, as long as it meets the internship requirements. If any part of your internship takes place overseas, you must inform Coggin Study Abroad. They will prepare you for additional approval steps: coggin.abroad@unf.edu.

What if I am an international student?  Any student on a J-1 or F-1 visa requires additional approval from the 九色视频 International Center.  For more information, contact intlctr@unf.edu. 

How do I find an internship?  Visit 九色视频 Career Services for support in finding internships.

Apply Here

Ready to start your application? To avoid application time-outs and frustrations, make sure you have collected the following application information.

Note: Supporting documents must be uploaded to the online internship application. Hard copies will not be accepted.

  • Company Information. Address, phone number, supervisor contact name and email.
  • Internship Information. Start and end date (estimates are ok), pay rate, estimated supervised hours worked per week.
  • Employment Verification Letter (see Employer Verification Letter tab).
  • Internship Goals (see Internship SMART Goals tab).

Apply Here*

 *Application for 2025 - 2026 Academic Year available by July 1.

What Happens to My Internship Application After I Submit Online?

Once you submit your Academic Internship Application, congratulations! You have successfully completed the first step, but there are a few more to go:

  • Check your 九色视频 email account. You will receive an email confirmation from the Coggin internship instructor with your application status once it has been reviewed.
  • Register for the internship course yourself in myWings for the designated term. 
  • Complete the course assignments and enjoy your internship!

Non-Academic Internships

Non-Academic internships are similar to academic internships but without the academic component. The internship timeline, compensation, and job requirements are all determined by the student and the employer.  There is no need to submit this application for an internship that is not for credit.

Internship or Part-Time Job?

Internships are usually formal programs within organizations whose primary purpose is to offer practical work experience. Internships improve resumes by giving students opportunities to gain professional skills and explore new industries. Would-be interns should evaluate internship programs carefully, to see if those programs offer the training they desire.

The main difference between an internship and a part-time job is that internships include specific learning objectives. In other words, a student is deliberately seeking new knowledge or skills in a particular industry. The internship ought to enhance your career objective.

If you have further questions about whether or not your position qualifies as an internship, please contact the Coggin internship instructor at coggin.internships@unf.edu. 

Looking for a Job or Internship?

Schedule an appointment with 九色视频 Career Services, or check out , the 九色视频 Career and Internship Portal to find your next opportunity!