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The internship report may be a requirement for you to complete the internship phase, but it is also an opportunity for you to share your experiences. Organization is important when writing an effective report. You will need a professional title page, followed by a series of coherently marked sections describing the internship. If you share clear and objective experiences, your report will be successful.

Steps

Part 1 of 3: Create title pages and document formatting

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   Number each page in the report. Make sure the page number is listed in the top-right corner of every page as you write, except for the title page. You can enable page numbering by using the options in the toolbar of your text editor. It will automatically number pages for you.
   • Pages help readers use the table of contents more effectively.
   • Page numbers help you organize your report and replace missing pages.

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   Create a cover page with report title. The cover page is the first page the reader will see. Type the top title in bold font. A good title can describe what you did during the practice. Avoid adding any jokes or comments about the internship here.
   • For example you can write, “Investment internship report at Gringotts Bank”.
   • A generic title like "Internship Report" is generally acceptable if you have no other idea.

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   Write name and internship information on the cover. Just below the title, write down your practice date. List your name, school name, and any instructors. Also, write down the name and contact information of the institution you practice with.
   • For example, write "Internship Report. Crimson Insurance Company. June-July 2018".
   • Write the information clearly on this page. Adjust the word in the middle and add a space between each line.

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   Write thank you on the next page. Put the title behind the cover as "Acknowledgments". This page gives you a chance to thank everyone for helping you with your internship.
   • You may want to mention your instructor, the supervisor at the internship agency, and anyone you have worked with.
   • For example write, "I want to thank Professor A for giving me the opportunity to practice".

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   Create a table of contents if your report is long. A table of contents page will be helpful if the report has 8 or more sections. In the table of contents, you will list the report section titles along with the number of pages to find each section. It helps readers find the specific sections they want to read.
   • The thank you page should be listed in the table of contents. No need to list title page.
   • If the report has graphs or numbers, you'll need to create a separate table of contents for them.

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   Write the page summary cover the main points of the practice. The abstracts, also known as abstracts, give the reader a brief overview of your practice tasks. In this section, explain who you worked with and what you did for them. Write this concise, concise section in a paragraph to present your work and experience.
   • For example, you can start with the following sentence, “This report details a summer internship at Stark Industries, CA. I work in the department of robotics research.
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Part 2 of 3: Write the body of the report

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   Set a title for each section of the report. Whenever you write a new section, switch to a new page. Start with a title that describes that part. Write it at the top of the page, centered, and in bold.
   • For example, the title of a section might be “Gringotts Bank Overview”.
   • Some of the headlines are simply "Introduction", "Feelings of Practice", and "Conclusion".

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   Start an introduction with facts about internships. Use the introduction to expand the summary. Start by going deeper into the agency's activities. Discuss the internships, their positions in the industry, their jobs, and how many employees they have.
   • For example, you might write, “The RamJack Company provides service robots to many countries around the world. As a pioneer in this field, RamJack has exclusive quality to handle environmental disasters ”.

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   Explain the part of the agency you worked for. Any company or organization is made up of many different branches. Be as specific as possible about the part you work with. Use this introduction to lead into your personal experience.
   • Consider, for example, “From May to June 2018, I worked in the electrical engineering department of RamJack as a trainee with 200 other employees”.
   • Remember that this is your story, so use your personal style to engage readers.

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   Describe your responsibilities for the practice. Can you explain what you did during the practice? Provide as much detail as possible. Even though a task may seem like a daily routine at first, such as cleaning or writing reminders, it can add meaning to your report.
   • You might write, "My responsibilities at Ramjack include welding the wires, but I also maintain the accessories."

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   Write about what you learned during the internship. Let's move from discussing work responsibilities to results. Start with a few examples of what you achieved as a trainee. Go into detail describing how these changes happened.
   • Think about how you have changed, not just at work.
   • For example, you could write, "I have learned a lot about how to communicate with everyone in the company even though they are very different from me".

   

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   Keep track of your thoughts during the practice. Each week, write down what you really enjoyed, any goals you achieved, and even some things you didn't like. When it's time to reassess your internship, these notes can help you identify your respective strengths and accomplishments.

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   Evaluate your practice experience. You can criticize the agency you have worked for, but be as fair and neutral as possible. Use facts and examples, focus on what you have learned and can apply to the future. Avoid slandering anyone.
   • You can write, “Ramjack will need to improve communication. Instructors often do not communicate clearly their expectations. ”

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   Comment on your ability to practice. End the report by discussing the experience. You need to be objective and present all positive and negative experiences. You can include the feedback you received during the internship.
   • You could write, "At first I was very quiet, but I became more bold and confident that the board of directors really considered my opinions."

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   Use the appendix to provide additional resources. The appendices are for articles, published documents, images, profiles, and any additional documents you have. The amount of material will vary depending on the internship task. Try to provide some material for the reader to understand your efforts during practice.
   • For example, if you work in the media industry, provide articles, advertisements, letters, or audio tapes that you have made.
   • If you have nothing to add to this section, write a paragraph that explains why you don't have the additional documentation.
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Part 3 of 3: Practice good writing skills

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   Sort the information into Outline before writing. Before you work on the body, break the experience down into sections. You can create a basic outline on paper, listing the points you want to write in each section.
   • This helps you organize your ideas. You need sections that link together without repeating information.

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   Write at least 5 to 10 pages. Give yourself enough report pages to write down your detailed experiences, but avoid getting off topic. Longer reports may mimic feelings of lack of concentration and coherence. For most reports, a moderate length will be appropriate.
   • If you don't have enough material to write long, it's better to write shorter.
   • You may need to write more than 10 pages, especially if you are going through a lengthy internship or studying for higher levels.
   • The page number requirements will vary depending on your internship program.

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   Maintain an objective tone in your reports. Your reports are academic documents. Express yourself in a positive way by using facts and examples that describe your experiences. Be careful with your writing and avoid excessive criticism.
   • For example, you might write, "I have a hard time working at Wayne Industries, but I have learned a lot." Avoid writing like this, "Wayne Industries is the worst place."
   • An example of the fact-based spelling is, "Wayne Industries has a 75% stake in the technology accessories market."

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   Use specific examples to describe your practice. Avoid in general. Share your experiences by giving examples of topics. The specific details help readers visualize your practice experience.
   • For example write, “Acme Corporation does not properly store flammables. I feel unsafe working there ”.
   • You can write, "My manager has assigned me to take pictures of the freshwater dolphins appearing near the remote Bolivian village".

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   Make your own observations about real life. Perceptions about life go beyond school. That could include the agency you work for, the other employees there, and the world at large. These perceptions vary depending on the scope of your practice, but if you have your own perspective, they prove that you have grown.
   • Maybe you work in a lab and write, "Employees are busy all day, but they know they're helping people, so they come to the company in the morning full of energy."
   • Another example is, “Oscorp is very busy, and the staff would be happier if they had more support. This is a problem for many companies across the country ”.

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   Review the report after writing. Take the time to read through the report at least once. Mark sentences that are not linked together. Pay attention to the experiences you describe in the report as well as the overall tone of voice. The entire report should feel connected, objective, and clear to readers.
   • It helps to read aloud, as well as having someone else read it for your report.

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   Edit report before submitting. You may need to review it a few times and make changes. Improve the report as much as you can to make it awesome. When you are satisfied, submit it to your instructor so that they can read your experience.
   • Be wary of all submission deadlines for your program. Give yourself plenty of time to edit by writing the report ahead of time.
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Advice

• To write a professional report, use the abstract and place it in your brochure or in your thesis link book.
• Print the report on one side of paper in the same basic font as you would any school report.
• Give as much detail as possible when describing the stage of your internship.
• Give your point of view in the article, but be objective.