as in internships
a period of undergoing practical instruction in one's job or career
she got some coaching experience through a 40-hour practicum with the parks department
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Summer internships The City of Milpitas is launching its first-ever Summer Internship Program, an eight- to 10-week internship for college students interested in learning about careers in local government.—
Anne Gelhaus,
Mercury News,
19 Apr. 2026 -
After training, internships and a residency at Johns Hopkins, Johnson spent two years at the National Institutes of Health.—
Ashley Mackin Solomon,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 Apr. 2026
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After adding artificial intelligence into the mix, many families are seeking alternatives to college like trade schools or apprenticeships—with some 70% of teenagers reporting their parents now support such a shift.—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
10 Apr. 2026
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Electricians, plumbers, welders, HVAC specialists, mechanics and culinary professionals can earn strong incomes through certifications and apprenticeships that are practical and far less financially punishing.—
Ali Kaufman,
Sun Sentinel,
7 Apr. 2026
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“Practicums.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/practicums. Accessed 21 Apr. 2026.
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