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RPTM 495AInternship in Recreation Services

3-12 credits · Recreation, Park, and Tourism Management · Penn State

The Recreation, Park and Tourism Management's Internship provides students with the opportunity to gain experience in the field while under the supervision of both the on-site supervisor and a faculty supervisor. The primary purpose of the RPTM Internship is to enable each student to meet his or her educational objectives through participation in a well-planned and organized practical experience. Students will gain access to direct recreation service delivery; program, personnel and facilities management; risk management; event planning; marketing and program evaluation. In most instances, students are engaged in an off-campus learning experience that aligns with their specific field of study within the field of Recreation, Park, Tourism and Event Management.

Before you enroll

Prerequisites

From the catalog: “RPTM 394 and RPTM 456 and 7th sem standing and 2.0 GPA. Recommended Preparation: 300 hrs practical experience and current and valid certification in advanced first aid and CPR or Wilderness First Aid/First Responder.”

Where it fits

Where it sits in degree plans

Suggested plans most often put it in Year 4 · Spring (3 programs).