For Employers
Students pursuing a graduate degree in The A. Gary Anderson Graduate School of Management MBA program must complete a fieldwork/experiential learning project as part of their matriculation.
- MBA students who experience a productive fieldwork experience can serve as your company’s greatest champions, both on campus and in the larger business world.
- You will have access to students with specialized skills to perform projects that you may not have the staff or time to complete.
- We can help you connect with MBA talent to help meet your future full-time recruitment needs.
- Becoming a partner with AGSM can raise your company’s profile with the campus and the community.
What is MBA fieldwork?
Fieldwork can take the form of a full-time summer job, a part-time job during the school year, or a long- or short-term project.
Recruiting for summer fieldwork begins in the fall and continues through spring. A typical summer fieldwork is structured as a three-month independent project or varying assignments throughout the summer.
How does MBA fieldwork differ from undergraduate internships?
The most significant difference between an undergraduate and an MBA academic internship is experience. MBA interns are more experienced in solving complex problems. They are inquisitive, resourceful and able to complete projects with a minimum of training. MBA interns seek experiences that add value to their resumes and degrees.
Can students receive class credit for fieldwork?
Yes, they can. Fieldwork is required in the UCR MBA program, increasing the likelihood of locating a good match for your company’s needs.
Can students be paid and if so, what are the salary expectations of an MBA intern?
Compensation is agreed to prior to the start of the fieldwork and is at the discretion of the employer.
What do I need to do as the employer?
As the employer, you play a key role in helping to educate the next generation of business leaders. Most importantly, you must provide your intern with meaningful responsibilities that can produce tangible results and provide value-added skills and ensure not less than 120 total hours of work over at least five weeks.
How do MBA students benefit from fieldwork?
Fieldwork can lead to mutually-beneficial relationships, including full-time employment, while helping students gain meaningful skills and experiences to apply toward their career goals. A student’s interest in a chosen industry, work function, or set of responsibilities can be confirmed.
What is the best time to recruit AGSM interns?
The A. Gary Anderson Graduate School of Management welcomes fieldwork opportunities throughout the year.
How do I recruit MBAs from AGSM?
There are two ways to post your fieldwork opportunities.
- Download, print and fill out the position description form and submit it to the Career Services office.
- If you have already have an online account , you can post the announcement directly to the Web site by going to MBA Career Services employment site.
Contact the MBA Program Office at (951) 827-2519 for more information or to set up a resume drop.
Forms for Employers
A list of forms that employers may use during the fieldwork process.
Your Company’s Commitment to AGSM Interns
Employers who take on interns from the UC Riverside A. Gary Anderson Graduate School of Management program are expected to follow some fundamental guidelines to ensure a positive experience for all parties.
- Manage the hiring process. The companies can treat this as a part-time hiring.
- Provide ongoing, regular communications between supervisor and student, with clear guidelines and expectations.
- Provide no less than 120 total hours of work for the student and no less than five weeks duration. This will ensure that the student receives academic credit.
- The internship position cannot consist of more than 20% in clerical duties performed.
- Establish and provide students with organizational and technical orientation as needed.
- Plan specific responsibilities, assignments and/or project criteria and clear timelines for completion.
- Provide meaningful responsibilities that can produce tangible results and increasing challenges over time to ensure development of value added skills.
- Consider the intern an integral and contributing member of your team.