Internship

What is it?

An internship allows you to gain practical experience that complements your university education by carrying out activities at companies or institutions.

Types of Internships Available in the Program

• Curricular Internship (optional): 6 CFU (150 hours)
• Internship Abroad in Preparation for the Final Thesis (optional): 6 CFU (150 hours)

When Can You Apply for an Internship?

You can submit your internship application:

• For both types, starting from the second year, after selecting the activity in your study plan.

Note: If you are applying for an internship related to your final thesis, you must have already agreed on a thesis topic with a supervisor, who will guide you through your internship process. You must ask your supervisor for an approval email regarding the internship activities, which you will attach along with your CV when submitting your online application.

For both types of internships, you must select one of the following tutors when submitting your application in the internship database: Prof. Francesca Sbardella or Prof. Davide Dainese.

How to Find the Right Internship Opportunity

The first step is to prepare an effective application, consisting of a CV and motivation letter. You can use university services and dedicated workshops to help you. Check the Job Placement website for guidance.

Important Notes:

• The internship cannot be carried out at a structure where the legal representative, partner, or responsible manager has a family or affinity relationship up to the second degree with the applying student.
• Curricular internships (including those in preparation for the final thesis) must be completed in person. However, the internship committee may authorize remote or hybrid internships after evaluating the project.

How to Apply for an Internship

Companies and institutions that have agreements with the university publish their internship offers on the Online Internship Service (SOL-Tirocini). You can:

• View and apply for posted offers;
• Browse the list of affiliated companies and contact those of interest to check if they can host you as an intern. If they confirm availability, you will submit a self-application.

Once the company accepts your application, go to SOL-Tirocini and:

• Follow the guided procedure, which will be sent to your university email;
• Download the attendance log from SOL-Tirocini, where you will find the authorized internship period.

Important:

Before starting your internship, ensure that you have completed the mandatory workplace safety and health training (Module 1 and Module 2). The host institution is responsible for verifying your training certificates.

Already Arranged an Internship with a Company or Institution?

If you have already secured an internship with a company or institution, follow these steps:

1. Make sure the company/institution has an existing agreement with the university. If not, they must complete the affiliation process.
2. Ask the host institution’s tutor (who will supervise your internship) to submit a personalized offer in the Internship Service for Companies/Institutions.
3. Follow the guided procedure sent to your institutional email.
4. Download the attendance log from SOL-Tirocini, which contains the authorized internship period.

Important:
Before starting the internship, ensure you have completed Modules 1 and 2 of the workplace safety and health training. The host institution is responsible for verifying your certificates.

Want to Do an Internship at a University Structure?

To carry out an internship within a university department or facility, follow these steps:

1. Define objectives and activities with your academic tutor and the facility’s reference person (if different from the tutor).

• Check the "Internal Internship Host Structures" document in the internship section of the university website.

• Refer to the "Internal Internship Host Structures" document for available facilities.

Important:

• If you already have a Module 1 safety certificate obtained outside the university, you must request verification from the appropriate office by emailing sicurezza.formazione@unibo.it.
• Once confirmed, you must send their email confirmation along with the certificate to the Internship Office.
• Module 2 must be completed through university training—certificates from other institutions are not accepted.
• Your internship cannot start until the internship program has been signed by all parties, and you have downloaded the attendance log.

Want to Do an Internship Abroad?

You can complete an internship abroad in two ways:

1. Through a mobility program (e.g., Erasmus+ Study);
2. By finding a company or institution abroad, following the same procedure as for Italian organizations.

For more details, consult the FAQs in the right-hand box on the university website.

Want to Have an Extracurricular Activity Recognized as an Internship?

If you have completed a non-university activity and would like to have it recognized as an internship, check the information on the "Recognition of Extracurricular Activities as an Internship" page, available in the "Studying"section of your degree program’s website.

What to Do During the Internship

• You must fill in the attendance log, ensuring that your hours fall within the authorized internship period.
• If there are any changes to your internship plan (e.g., suspension, cancellation), notify the Internship Office, your academic tutor, and the company tutor by email.
• If your internship involves business trips, these must be pre-approved by the host institution’s tutor, the Internship Office, and your academic tutor.

Insurance Coverage:
Throughout your internship, you will be covered by accident insurance and civil liability insurance. For more details, visit the dedicated insurance page on the university website.

What to Do at the End of the Internship

Your internship, like any other training activity in your study plan, must be recorded in AlmaEsami.

Once you complete the required hours, go to SOL-Tirocini and:

1. Enter the end date of your internship.
2. Upload the following documents:
   - Page 1 of the attendance log.
   - Page 2 of the attendance log, fully completed and signed by the host institution’s tutor.
3. Complete the mandatory internship evaluation questionnaire.
   - Your responses will help monitor and improve the internship program.

Important for Graduating Students:

If you are about to graduate, the internship must be recorded before the "eligibility deadline" for graduation.

• You must upload all required documents to SOL-Tirocini at least 10 working days before the eligibility deadline.

Final Steps:

Once you upload the documentation and complete the questionnaire:

1. The Internship Office will verify your attendance log.
2. Your academic tutor will evaluate and record your internship in AlmaEsami.