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How to write an internship report?


December 20, 2023

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In the course of your academic career, you'll be asked to write an internship report, whether you're studying for
your bachelor's, master's or vocational degree...

It's a must for any student doing an internship with a company or organization. However, for your assignment
to be effective and structured, it's important to follow a precise plan.

 In this comprehensive guide, you'll learn why you're required to write an internship report and
who's with you.

 You'll learn how to write everything that goes to make up your internship report: the cover page,
acknowledgements, plan or summary, introduction, development, conclusion, bibliography and
appendices.

Why are you asked to write an


internship report?
Here are a few reasons why it's important to write an internship report:

To evaluate your new work experience, skills and knowledge


acquired during your internship.
Share your experience with other students, your teachers, your
internship tutor and your company.
Develop your writing skills by practicing writing a professional
document.
Prepare for your professional future by highlighting your skills
and work experience on your CV for future job interviews.
Meet an educational requirement to validate your diploma.

Who will help you write your


internship report?
Your internship supervisor works in the company or organization
where you are doing your student internship.

His/her role is to :

define your recurring assignments and perhaps plan them,


train you in new tools, work methods and expected results,
support you throughout your apprenticeship,
help you to write your report, suggesting content to be included.

Your tutor is a teacher, a pedagogical mentor, who is in contact with your


internship supervisor and the members of the jury.

His/her role is to :

support you and suggest solutions to overcome any obstacles,


ensure that you acquire new knowledge and skills during your
internship,
ensure compliance with company procedures and rules,

The cover page of an internship report


The cover page of an internship report is the first page of the report. It contains key information about the
internship and the student who completed it. It's an important page, as it gives a first impression of the
internship report.

The cover page of an internship report should contain the following information:

 Name of the school and department where you completed your internship.

 Name of diploma and current academic year.


 Title of your internship report.
 Name and logo of the company or organization where you completed your internship, as well as the
department in which you worked.
 Duration of your internship and the start and end dates.

 Your last name, first name, e-mail address (if applicable) and photo (or professional image).
 Name of your internship tutor and the name of the teacher supervising your internship report.

It's important to keep the cover page simple and professional. Use a simple font of sufficient size (between 10
and 14) to make all the information easily readable.

Acknowledgements in the
student internship report
Internship report acknowledgements are a way of recognizing the
people who contributed to your internship and the writing of the
report.

Here is an example of an acknowledgement for an internship report:

My heartfelt thanks to [Name/Title] for their unwavering support and


guidance during my internship, which immensely contributed to my
growth.

Grateful to [Supervisor's Name] for their invaluable mentorship, shaping


my understanding of [specific field/industry]. Sincere appreciation to the
[Company/Team Name] for their collaborative spirit, enhancing my
learning experience profoundly.

Thankful to [University/Institution Name] for the opportunity, which


allowed me to apply theoretical knowledge in a professional setting.

The detailed plan or summary of the internship report


The summary is a table of contents that helps the reader find his or her way around your internship report. It
should be clear and precise, indicating the different parts of your report.

The summary should include :

 introduction,
 structured development of the parts, with the titles of the main parts and any sub-titles,
 conclusion,

 bibliography,

 appendices.

The plan of the report associates the parts with the corresponding page numbers. The plan must be adapted to
your internship subject and meet the expectations of your internship tutor.

When submitting your internship report online using Word or Google doc, remember to title your sections
clearly (e.g. Title 1, Title 2, etc.) to facilitate navigation and display of the outline on the left. The advantage is
twofold, since with this method you can generate an automatic table of contents, and page numbers adjust
automatically.

Introducing the internship


report
The introduction is the first part of your internship report. It should
introduce your internship topic and explain the purpose of your
report. The introduction of your training report should be clear and
concise, making the reader want to read on. It should also include a
problem statement and an outline of the plan.

For examples of internship report introductions, click here 👇

Examples of report introductions

The development and parts of the internship report


The development is the most important part of your internship report. It should be structured into different
parts, depending on your internship topic, the issues addressed and your plan. Each section can be introduced
by a clear and precise sub-heading, announcing the content of the section. The development should be well-
argued and illustrated by concrete examples and personal reflections. Try to balance the length of the
paragraphs so that they flow smoothly.

Your examiner will judge your ability to transcribe the skills acquired in class and during your student internship.

The internship report generally comprises 2 main sections:

 A presentation of the company: its business sector, organization chart, market, trends, competitors,
strengths and weaknesses, etc.

 A presentation of your internship assignments: the different tasks carried out, the tools available, a
personal assessment of the experience gained, the difficulties encountered, etc.

Concluding your internship


report
The conclusion is the last part of your internship report. It should
summarize the key points of your report and respond to the issues
raised in the introduction. The conclusion of a placement report can
also offer recommendations for the future and open up perspectives for
reflection.

For examples of internship report conclusions, click here 👇

Examples of internship report conclusions

A bibliography to avoid
plagiarism in the internship
report
The bibliography is a list of the sources you consulted when writing
your internship report. It proves your academic integrity and prevents
you from being penalized for plagiarism.

It can be presented in alphabetical order and include full references for


each source (author's name, title of work, date of publication, publisher,
etc.). The bibliography must be presented clearly and precisely.

To find out how to write a bibliography, click here 👇

Writing an effective bibliography

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Appendices in your internship report


Appendices can be presented in a separate document or included at the end of your internship report. They
are not mandatory. They provide details on the data used in your professional project: graphs, tables, diagrams,
images, text extracts, etc.

10 mistakes to avoid in an internship report


Here are 10 common mistakes to avoid when writing an internship report:

1. Spelling and grammatical errors: Reread your report carefully and use a spell-checker to spot and
correct any errors. Have someone else proofread your report, too, if you need an outside perspective.
2. Poor layout: Make sure the layout is clear and airy, with appropriate headings and sub-headings to
facilitate reading. Use a legible font and avoid fancy or too-small fonts.
3. Lack of structure: Present information logically and coherently, following a clear structure for your report.
Be sure to include an introduction to the training report, sections describing your internship and
assignments, an analysis of skills acquired and a conclusion to close the internship report.
4. Plagiarism: Don't copy other people's work. Cite all your sources correctly and be sure to use your own
words to describe your experience and thoughts. Analyze your internship report in our plagiarism checker
for students, before submitting it for correction. This will allow you to check beforehand that you have cited
your sources correctly.
5. Unprofessionalism: Avoid using colloquial language or inappropriate abbreviations. Adopt a professional,
objective tone throughout the report.
6. Lack of self-evaluation: Analyze the skills you have acquired and the lessons you have learned from your
internship. Be reflective and self-critical to show that you have benefited from the experience.
7. Too many unnecessary details: Avoid overloading your report with information irrelevant to your
internship or apprenticeship. Keep it concise and to the point.
8. Forgetting to mention difficulties encountered: Don't hesitate to mention the challenges and obstacles
you had to overcome during your placement. This demonstrates your ability to learn from your mistakes
and adapt to difficult situations.
9. Lack of coherence: Make sure that the different parts of your report are consistent with each other. The
ideas and arguments presented should be logically linked and developed.
10. Neglecting acknowledgements: Don't forget to include a thank-you section to express your gratitude to
the people who contributed to your internship experience.

Examples of internship reports:

 How to Write an Effective Internship Report - Indeed

 How to Write an Effective Internship Report - GRIT

In short, to write a well-structured and effective internship report, you need to follow a precise plan, and take
care with the summary, introduction, development and conclusion, as well as the bibliography and appendices.
By following this advice, you can write your internship report with peace of mind.

Then you can prepare for the oral presentation of your internship report.

To find out more :

 "Introduction to an internship report", Compilatio article.

 "Conclusion of an internship report", Compilatio article.


 "How to Make Appealing Visual Presentations?", Compilatio article.

 "Paraphrase = plagiarism?", Compilatio article.

 "Guide for an internship report or a research paper" Paris 8 University.

 "How to Write a Report After an Internship" Wikihow.

Information: this informative article, which does not require any personal reflection, was written in part with the
help of ChatGPT. We have reworked the automatically-generated content (corrected repetitions, corrected turns
of phrase, added clarifications, added quotations, checked the veracity of information, etc.).

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