Senior Project Internship

Meeting Agenda Introductions Contact Information Class Time Portfolio Business Partners

Introductions Shelly Bishop (resume) Student

SPI 2015-2016 SPI is still being fine tuned. There will

be many learning experiences along the way for everyone. The SPI team thinks through and tries to plan for each situation. Unexpected issues will arise. Know that we will consider them with the best interests of your student and GMC in mind.

Contact Information sbishop@greermiddlecollege.org

Please keep your email address current

Remind 101 980-404-2211 @spi2016

SPI Grade SPI grade is determined by:

25% class grade 25% portfolio 25% presentation 25% internship (takes the place of SP

product.)

Internship Rubric  Advanced Satisfactory Marginal Unsatisfactory

Professionalism

Displayed professional attitude, dress, time management at all times

Displayed professional attitude, dress, time management most of the time

Seldom displayed professional attitude, dress, time management seldom

Did not display professionalism in attitude, dress, or time management

Skill Set

Skill set particular to business was learned quickly and applied consistently

Skill set particular to business was learned and applied

Skill set particular to business was learned but applied inconsistently

Skill set particular to business was not learned

Communication

Student maintained proper communication at all times

Student maintained proper communication most of the time

Student seldom communicated with business

Student communication was minimal or non-existent

Time

Student fulfilled hour requirements and invested above required 80 hours

Student met goal of 80 hours

Student worked at least 70 hours

Student failed to log 70 hours with business

Relationships

Student worked well with all personnel in the business; attempted to resolve conflicts that arose

Student worked well with most personnel in the business; attempted to resolve most conflicts

Student consistently had problems with other business members; rarely attempted to resolve conflicts

Student did not interact well with other business members; left conflicts unresolved

Problem Solving

Problems are solved as they are encountered

Solved some problems but left some unresolved—still, intern is able to fulfill responsibilities

Some problems left unresolved; responsibilities affected as a result

Left problems unsolved, which affected overall quality of final internship

Distinguishing Characteristics

Student showed a balance of initiative and responsiveness.Student demonstrated ability to long-range plan.Student used innovative methods to solve problems.Student used a variety of communication methods while responding promptly and professionally.Student demonstrated good interpersonal skills with all members of business.Student was not afraid to ask for help when needed.Student demonstrated time management skills and balanced school and business hours.Student consistently represented the business in a positive manner to customers and community.

Class Time To be determined

This will NOT be the only time you work to fulfill your 100 intern hours.

SPI class will meet in class for approximately the first 4-6 weeks of school.

Portfolio There will be a modified portfolio for SPI.

Details will be available at the beginning of the 2015-2016 school year.

Portfolios will contain research, journals, business partner meeting agendas and reflections. You will tell the story of your internship through your portfolio. Additional information may also be included.

Business Partners Meet and Greet, Tuesday, May 19 at

5:30. Interns and Business Partners.

“You never get a second chance to make

a good first impression.”

Business Partners Business Partners are considered similar

to the GTC college professors. Parents, please do not contact the Business Partners regarding your students. All contact should come from your student and Mrs. Bishop. Should you have a concern, feel free to contact Mrs. Bishop.

Business Partners GMC Students are UNPAID INTERNS.

They are not covered under worker’s compensation or the business partners’ liability insurance.

Returning Business Partners Greer Development YMCA Greer Chiropractic SSI Dr. Patch, DVM Greer CPW Greer Relief Pelham Medical Center Family Dental Health Greer Community Ministries

New Business Partners iMagine Upstate Greer Cultural Arts Center Blake Smith, attorney City of Greer Hughes Agency Palmetto Physical Therapy Community Works Upward

SPI 2015-2016 SPI is still being fine tuned. There will

be many learning experiences along the way for everyone. The SPI team thinks through and tries to plan for each situation. Unexpected issues will arise. Know that we will consider them with the best interests of your student and GMC in mind.