internship

[ in-turn-ship ]

noun

1. the state or condition of being an intern.
2. the period during which a person serves as an intern.
3. any official or formal program to provide practical experience for beginners in an occupation or profession:

   an internship for management trainees.

4. a position as a participant in such a program:

   She has accepted an internship in a law firm.

5. any period of time during which a beginner acquires experience in an occupation, profession, or pursuit:

   She had a long internship before starting her own recording studio.

ˈinternship

/ ˈɪntɜːnʃɪp /

noun

1. the position of being an intern or the period during which a person is an intern

Word History and Origins

Origin of internship¹

First recorded in 1900–05; intern ¹ + -ship

Example Sentences

I've found that support through peer groups, teachers, and internships where I'm surrounded by girls with similar interests — and where I don't think twice about sharing ideas or asking for help.

From Salon

The university also plans “Speaking Across Conflicts” workshops as well as programs for student internships and teaching fellowships that focus on effective dialogue.

From Los Angeles Times

One of the top five greatest days of my life was at my first magazine internship when the editors announced that everything in the beauty closet must go.

From Los Angeles Times

During his senior year, he landed an internship with the Boston Police Department, and was hopeful of being hired after graduation.

From Los Angeles Times

After their degree program, students need to complete a 52-week internship, then pass a national board exam to become clinical laboratory scientists.

From Los Angeles Times