Internship Agreement

An Internship Agreement governs rules and learning conditions between a student/intern and an organization, detailing compensation, school credit, hours, and training programs.

Common Clauses

• Learning objectives and training program description
• Compensation status, clarifying if the internship is paid or unpaid
• Work schedule, expected weekly hours, and duration limits
• School credit requirements and reporting guidelines
• Confidentiality and company assets usage policies

Common Red Flags

• Unpaid status that violates labor standards by replacing regular employees with unpaid interns
• Lack of educational guidance or structured mentoring commitments
• Broad liability waivers requiring interns to pay for accidental business damages
• Vague statements on potential transitions to full-time employment

Questions To Ask Before Signing

• What mentoring structure is in place to guide this learning internship?
• Is there a possibility of transition to a full-time role upon completion?
• How are school credit reporting documents managed?
• What company resources or tools are provided for training purposes?