Possible topics for agency/organization to cover with interns:
1. Overview of Organization
Mission statement
History of organization
Relationship with community
Publications (brochures, booklets, annual reports, newspaper cuttings, etc.)
2. Organizational Structure
Overview of organizational structure
Breakdown of programs and activities of organization
Details about specific program intern will be involved in flow charts or organograms.
3. Chain of Command
Organizational hierarchy related to interns work
Who will be interns immediate supervisor
Other staff persons who can assist intern
4. Discipline Policies
How to intervene with youth – organizational policies
How to handle difficult situations
Limits of discipline
Who intern should go to if problem escalates
5. Organizational Expectations
What organization expects from interns
Types of activities interns will be engaged in
How will organization utilize interns skills
Solicit input from interns
Goals/objectives to be achieved by end of semester
6. Tour of facilities
Tour of facilities related to interns program and/or main building
Presentation of interns to organization staff
Explanation of space utilization and limits
Security policies(schedule of building, access to keys, etc.)
Use of kitchen facilities(if available)
Telephone policies
Tour of surrounding neighborhoods(if possible)
