noun
- a supervised practical training program for students, typically in a professional field, conducted at an external organization
Usage: educational
Examples
- The medical student completed a six-week externship at the local hospital.
- Her externship at the law firm gave her valuable real-world experience.
- The university requires all journalism majors to complete an externship before graduation.
- During his externship, he worked alongside experienced engineers on actual projects.
- The externship program connects students with potential employers in their field.
- She learned more practical skills during her externship than in any classroom.