Document Type
Article
Date of Original Version
2024
Department
Human Development and Family Science
Abstract
Since 2015, the University of Rhode Island (URI) Engaging Generations Cyber-Seniors Program has provided over 500 students from 19 different majors with the opportunity to mentor older adults through internships and service learning courses. Due to the pandemic, interest in the program significantly increased from the community and from students in need of opportunities to work with individuals. As a result, a robust internship program was developed that focused on building age and digital inclusivity across campus and throughout the state. The program integrates a three-pronged approach where students complete field hours, enhance the Career Readiness Competencies employers seek in graduates as determined by the National Association of Colleges & Employers (NACE), and complete the components necessary to earn the Rhode Island Geriatric Education Center Interprofessional Teamwork in Geriatrics and Gerontology Certificate. This paper will describe the key elements of this internship model and present survey data related to the student experience.
Publication Title, e.g., Journal
Journal of Intergenerational Relationships
Citation/Publisher Attribution
Souza, K., Leedahl, S. N., Pascuzzi, E., & Morelli, A. (2024). Beyond the Classroom: An Internship Model That Builds Age-Friendliness & Career Readiness. Journal of Intergenerational Relationships, 1–11. https://doi.org/10.1080/15350770.2024.2364868
Available at: https://doi.org/10.1080/15350770.2024.2364868
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