An internship is like a part-time job with full-time duties. It's a sampling of things to come if you pursue a career in that field. You'll have the opportunity to get real life experience. Internships often last for 3 months, between the spring and fall semseters at college.

The employer who offers the internship will get someone eager to learn and will do anything asked ... for next to nothing.

Internship retainment is a goal for employers. Training expenses will be much lower and productivity starts on day 1.