Work Experience and Internship Program
The Work Experience Internship Program is a unique academic program where students apply what they have learned in the classroom to a work environment – all while earning college credit.
Position Yourself for Success
Students who participate in this program:
- Get a glimpse into their chosen career field and receive career guidance
- Acquire hands-on experience within a structured program
- Practice setting goals
- Learn how to use performance evaluations for improvement
- Develop relationships with potential future employers
- Earn academic credit while working
Getting Started
Make an appointment with Folsom Lake College's Work Experience Program Office to get started. Then, check out our helpful guides and resources for students.
Upcoming Events
Appointment Requirements
- You must have a Student ID to access the appointment system.
- A desktop or laptop computer works best. Smart phones and tablets may work, but are limited in what they can do.
- A working webcam.
- A working microphone.
- Web browsers: Google Chrome, Firefox, Microsoft Edge, and Safari (desktop or iOS) required, or a smartphone with the Zoom app downloaded. Internet Explorer is not compatible.
Schedule an Appointment
Appointments can be scheduled up to two weeks in advance. Please plan ahead. Appointments fill up quickly, so schedule early for the best choice of days and times.
Appointments are available for:
- Internship Assistance
- Resume Assistance
- Interview Preparation
- Job Search Assistance
- Handshake Assistance
- Work Experience Questions
Internship Guide for Students
Use our Internship Guide for Students to learn how to find an internship, build a resume, and prepare for an interview.
Work Experience Guide for Students
Use our Work Experience Guide for Students to learn which WEXP course you should enroll in and how many units you can earn in a semester.
Work Experience Employer Agreement Requirement
FLC must have an employer agreement on file before students can participate in the Work Experience program.
Handshake Job and Internship Platform
Handshake is a modern, easy-to-use platform where students and alumni can find full-time and part-time internships and jobs as well as volunteer opportunities.
Programs Participating in Work Experience
Find a list of all Folsom Lake College programs that participate in the Work Experience and Internship Program.
Work Experience Program Staff
Contact information for Work Experience & Internship Program faculty and staff.
Specialized Needs Job Support
Information about job and support services for individuals with a disability, veteran status, or refugee, immigrant, or asylee status.
Contact
(916) 608-6552
Julie Collier
Faculty Coordinator
CollieJ@flc.losrios.edu
Ren Arevalo
Work Based Learning & Job Readiness Specialist
ArevalE@flc.losrios.edu
Schedule an Appointment
Julie Collier
Faculty Coordinator
Ren Arevalo
Work Based Learning & Job Readiness Specialist
Location
Main Folsom campus
Career & Transfer Center, upper level Falcon's Roost, FR-220