Securing Your Placement

Students are responsible for securing their own internship. *Note: NUTRI 4605 is exempt from this requirement.

Previously used sites and current site offerings are accessible through GradLeaders under the "Internship Sites" section.

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Placement Standards

New placements must meet the following necessary requirements:

• Specialization Match: The site should provide services/activities compatible with those expected in the intern’s field of specialization.
• Qualified Supervision: A professional with academic preparation in their field (preferably a baccalaureate degree) and/or demonstrated expertise through work experience.
• Agreements: The site must be willing to sign a Clinical Affiliation Agreement (CAA) and agree to the CHS Internship Expectations.

Internship Expectations Agreement (PDF)

Community Agency Partnership

We ask our community partners to provide a professional and supportive educational environment.

• Mentorship: Sites provide mentorship in conjunction with CHS faculty.
• Responsibility: Sites accept responsibility to provide growth-oriented professional skills.
• Impact: Partners help shape the next generation of healthcare professionals.