PRACTICUMS Synonyms: 16 Similar and Opposite Words

practicums

noun

plural of practicum

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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Advancing the school and the field means partnering more strongly with quantum industry partners and protecting the opportunities students already have, like internships and jobs.

— Kate Perez, Chicago Tribune, 2 Oct. 2026
Gomez-Arias said the university is working to provide an education that will further boost incomes, including more pathways to internships.

— Andrew Khouri, Los Angeles Times, 1 Oct. 2026

Definition of internships

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Funds in the accounts can be used for a variety of qualifying educational expenses including tuition at colleges and trade schools as well as qualifying professional apprenticeships.

— Kamaron McNair, CNBC, 3 Oct. 2026
Doug Lipari, executive director of NYC Talent, believes that apprenticeships, which offer paid, on-the-job learning and credentialing, are a win-win.

— Cayla Bamberger, New York Daily News, 2 Oct. 2026

Definition of apprenticeships

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