Internships

Student Internship

The School of Kinesiology values applied learning experiences. Consequently, the majority of students are required to complete an internship and many of the other students choose to do so. Students are responsible for conceptualizing and planning, with the help of faculty mentors, their own internship experiences that best meet their specific career goals.

Courses for Internship:

KINE 4398 (taken during the 1st half of the term)
KINE 4399 (taken during the 2nd half of the term)
KINE 5399 (graduate section – full term)

IMPORTANT — Because a significant amount of planning and coordination is required before the term in which a student completes his/her internship, enrollment in the course is restricted. Don’t hesitate to get in touch with the faculty member who is associated with your degree program.

Contact Information:

BS in Kinesiology Athletic Training (Internship REQUIRED)	Lorna Strong, l[email protected] (254) 595-7084
BS in Kinesiology ALL OTHER CONCENTRATIONS	Mrs. Elizabeth Roberts, [email protected] (254) 968-9177
BS in Sports Management (Internship RECOMMENDED)	Mrs. Elizabeth Roberts, [email protected] (254) 968-9177
BAAS in Kinesiology (Internship RECOMMENDED)	Mrs. Elizabeth Roberts, [email protected] (254) 968-9177
MS in Kinesiology (REQUIRED for ‘Non-Thesis’ Option)	Dr. Chet Martin, [email protected] (254) 968-9346
MS in Athletic Training	Lorna Strong, l[email protected] (254) 595-7084

Tarleton Kinesiology Internships
FAQ’s

How do I register for internship 4398, 4399, & 5399?
a. Once you have a placement confirmed and have the agency confirmation page signed
you may complete the application. I will review the application and approve or request
more information. Once approved you will receive an email with instructions on how to
register.
Why can’t I add 4398, 4399, 5399 to my cart in schedule planner?
a. The courses are closed for registration. You must complete the application and be
approved in order to register.
Am I required to take both 4398 & 4399 in the same semester?
a. Yes – with once exception for our ATRN concentration student ONLY!
Does registration for the class close?
a. Yes – one week after the semester starts registration for the course closes.
Is there a maximum number of students who can be enrolled in internship?
a. No – all who are approved with be able to enroll. Since enrollment is closed to everyone
only those who are approved by the internship coordinator are admitted. This means if
you are approved you will be let in regardless of your registration date for other
courses.
Can I split my internship between two placements?
a. Yes – you just need to complete two agency confirmation pages.
Can I be paid for my internship?
a. Yes!!
Do I have to be a senior to take internship?
a. Yes – but you can start job shadowing earlier.
I have no idea where to start, what should I do?
a. We have internship meetings before registration every semester you can attend or
make an appointment with Mrs. Roberts for help.
Do my previous internship hours count?
a. No – only hours that are done during the term you are registered for internship count.
Is there actual coursework in Canvas that must be completed?
a. Yes – internship is about more than job shadowing; it is also about preparing you for the
job market!

Agency Confirmation

Attention Student Interns: Students must complete an agency confirmation document before submitting an internship application. Student Interns, please complete the top two lines indicating which semester you will be interning. The supervisor must complete and sign the agency confirmation document (the student will upload it to the application).