Why Internship Matters: Sociological Reflections From The Field

Abstract

Experiential learning is the process of learning by action- by ‘doing’, which is very important in experiencing the world beyond classroom teaching. This article is a reflective note on an internship experience and explains the importance of student’s action in the field. The article highlights the importance of experiential learning in bridging the gap between theories and practice and how field experiences would help students grow not only as academicians but also at a personal level. Through reflection, the article underlies the significance of incorporating experiential learning through internships in sociology curriculum in universities.