Your Top Ten Most Frequently Asked Questions Answered!

So many applicants are looking for similar information about internships they're considering. I enjoy answering these questions when I connect with applicants one on one, and wanted to share my thoughts about these terrific questions with as many applicants as possible. What better place than here?

I hope you'll review the answers posted below to any questions you have about the internship!

Don't see your question here? Please reach out to me directly!

I also encourage you to attend our next online Open House, where you can get answers from several of our current interns. (Find details on our website!)

Why Should I Choose Your Internship?

What Qualities is Your Program Looking for in an Applicant?

What Aspects of the Application are Most Important in Selecting Applicants?

What Kinds of Dietetics Experience Do You Expect Applicants to Have?

What do You Look for in a Successful Personal Statement?

How Important is it to Speak Spanish in Your Internship?

How Do You Help Interns Succeed on the RD Exam?

How Do You Decide Who is Placed in San Luis Obispo County and Who is Placed in Santa Barbara County?

How Many Applications Do You Receive Each Year?

What are the Most Common Challenges Faced by Interns?

I hope this post covers some of your burning questions about the Cal Poly SLO Dietetic Internship, and look forward to answering any others you still have!