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- Applied and Service Learning Program for Students
Applied and Service Learning Basics for Students

What is Applied and Service-Learning and What are the Benefits? (opens in new window)
- See what exactly is Applied and Service-Learning
- Explore the benefits of participating

How to Sign up for the Applied and Service-Learning Program? (opens in new window)
- Find out if you are eligible to participate
- Explore CPT (For F-1 international students only)

What are Some Examples of Projects Students Can Complete? (opens in new window)
- View examples of projects you can be doing in your classes, while gaining some work experience

Applied and Service-Learning Dates and Deadlines Calendar (opens in new window)
- View classes offering Applied and Service-Learning and the Student Application deadline

Applied and Service-Learning Student Resource Guide (opens in new window)
- Review all things related to Applied and Service-Learning in the Student Resource Guide

Applied and Service-Learning Program Contact Information (opens in new window)
- Contact us if you have any questions about the Applied and Service-Learning Program
Reaching Out to a Community Partner

Preparing Your Resume and Cover Letter (opens in new window)
- Prepare these necessary documents beforehand

Contacting a Community Partner (opens in new window)
- Reach out to organization contacts like a professional

Getting Ready for Your Interview (opens in new window)
- Review these questions and tips before you interview

Responding to Placement Offers (opens in new window)
- Learn how to respond to an offer like a professional

Submitting Your Student Application and Forms (opens in new window)
- Download the Student Application and other program forms here

Attend your Community Partner Orientation (opens in new window)
- Participate in any Community Partner training/orientation
Getting the Most Out of Your Experience

Taking Ownership of Your Work Experience (opens in new window)
- Make a positive impression and take ownership of your work experience

Knowing Workplace Etiquette (opens in new window)
- Present yourself as a professional with these workplace etiquette rules

Tracking Any Hours Completed (opens in new window)
- Track time you spend working with your community partner on you Time Log

Completing Your Course Assignments (opens in new window)
- Submit any assignments to complete your experience

Creating Closure with Your Community Partner (opens in new window)
- Learn how to close your experience with your community partner

Following up on Your Work Experience (opens in new window)
- Take advantage of these opportunities, by following up on your work experience