ACCT 206 - Accounting Internship

Credits: 3
Lecture Contact Hours: 1
Off Site Contact Hours Without Faculty: 12 - 40

Description: The Accounting Internship Course offers a unique opportunity for aspiring accountants to gain practical experience and invaluable insights into the world of business. This hands-on internship is designed to complement academic learning with real-world applications, providing students with a comprehensive understanding of accounting principles, practices, and professional behavior. Employment will be approximately 12 to 40 hours per week off-campus at the employer’s location within an accounting department. The final grade will be based on a joint evaluation by your instructor and employer. To register for the course, the student must complete the prerequisites and secure employment. The instructor and career services can assist with job placement. Students registered in this internship course are considered Schoolcraft College students with all rights, responsibilities, and privileges of a student. Internships may be paid or unpaid based upon placement. Department approval is required before registering for this course.

Prerequisites: ACCT 201 with a minimum grade of 3.0, an overall GPA of 2.5, and consent of department.

To register for the course the student must complete the prerequisites and secure employment. The instructor and career services can assist with job placement. Department approval is required before registering for this course.
Corequisites: None.
Recommended: None.

Course Category: Occupational
This Course is Typically Offered: Winter, Spring, Fall
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Course Competencies

Analyze business transactions for real-world scenarios.
Perform basic accounting functions for real work scenarios.
Maintain accounting records according to employer’s record retention policies.
Utilize accounting software and other technology to complete tasks as assigned.
Apply internal control procedures used within the accounting department.
Examine the significance of ethical conduct in accounting.
Relate with staff in a respectful and collaborative manner.
Cultivate essential professional skills such as communication, teamwork, time management, and problem-solving.
Perform other accounting or business duties as assigned by the supervisor.