DEFINITION OF AN INTERNSHIP
INTERNSHIP PROGRAM STANDARDS
INTERN CODE OF CONDUCT
STRUCTURE/PROCESS OF THE INTERNSHIP PROGRAM FOR HOST ORGANIZATIONS
TERMINATION OF INTERN/INTERNSHIP

DEFINITION OF AN INTERNSHIP: Program for young adults that fosters spiritual growth while providing on-the-job experience in a Unification-affiliated organization or business (simply referred to as a Host Organizations) while also connecting interns to the local community.

INTERNSHIP PROGRAM STANDARDS:

All host organizations that wish to participate in the FFWPU Internship Program should adhere to the following basic standards for creating internships:

I.	Personnel: Each host organization should have an Intern Coordinator and Mentor for the internships it provides. These positions may be filled by the same individual if desired. A list of responsibilities for Intern Coordinator and Mentor can be found below.
II.	Training: Job-based training should be provided to the interns; interns should acquire a specific skill set as a result of their internship experience.
III.	Duties: Interns' responsibilities and basic schedule/timeline should be clearly stated before the internship starts.
IV.	Orientation: An initial orientation to the host organization should be provided for the intern, which includes:

A.	Education about the organization and its activities
B.	True Father's vision and purpose for the organization

V.	Salaries/Pay: Internships can, but do not have to be paid positions. However, no intern should incur costs/debt as a result of an internship. On-the-job expenses should be provided for or reimbursed by the host organization.
VI.	Housing/Lodging: Host organizations are encouraged (but not required) to arrange housing for interns that relocate for internships. Because the program is designed to foster the spiritual growth of the intern, arranged housing with a Blessed Family is preferred.
VII.	Contracts: A terms of employment agreement between the intern and the host organization should be made prior to the start of an internship, which should include:

A.	The Intern Code of Conduct
B.	Responsibilities of the intern
C.	Logistical issues such as:

1.	Benefits (if any) such as monetary compensation, health insurance, housing, and transportation arrangements to and from work.
2.	Basic timeline for the internship
3.	Legal obligations and ramifications
4.	Tax Consequences
5.	Professional Codes
6.	Etc.

D.	The terms of employment agreement should be signed by the intern and the Intern Coordinator and a copy should be sent to the Internship Program Director.

VIII.	Code of Conduct: Host organizations should include the Intern Code of Conduct in their contractual agreement with the Intern.
IX.	Community Connections: As part of the requirements of the Intern Code of Conduct, interns should be connected to a local faith-based group in order to build their connection to the local community and encourage their personal growth. Host organizations are not responsible for enforcing this standard, but should support it as much as possible by:

A.	Allowing time in the work week for the intern to participate in faith-based groups whenever reasonably possible.
B.	Ideally the Mentor and other members working with the intern would discuss and encourage this part of the program with the intern.
C.	The Mentor should meet regularly (at least once a week) with the intern to discuss both external and internal areas of the internship and their life (see suggested discussion points).

X.	Spiritual Standards: Host organizations are not required to enforce the spiritual standards of the Internship Program (outlined in the Intern Code of Conduct). However, if the Intern repeatedly neglects the Program Standards, the intern coordinator of the host organization should report the issue to the Internship Program Director for review.
XI.	Communication: Internship Coordinators should periodically contact the Internship Program Director with any issues or updates regarding their interns

INTERN CODE OF CONDUCT:

Potential Interns must agree to the Intern Code of Conduct and adhere to it throughout the course of their internship.

I.	The intern agrees to maintain a spiritually disciplined life:

A.	Participate in chosen faith-based community activities on a regular basis.
B.	Adhere to basic spiritual values of the community such as abstinence before marriage or fidelity to their spouse.
C.	Refrain from the use of alcoholic beverages and other controlled substances, including cigarettes and illegal drugs and to seek treatment if these are preexisting issues.
D.	Interns will meet regularly with their Mentor regarding both their professional experience as well as their experiences with their chosen faith-based group activities.

II.	The intern agrees to maintain a professional demeanor in the workplace (appropriate language, attire, and attitude).
III.	The intern understands that they will be outwardly representing the organization at all times during the course of the internship, and act accordingly.
IV.	The intern commits to performing their daily duties in a professional and timely manner.
V.	The intern agrees to respect and commit to the organization's mission statement and goals.
VI.	The intern agrees to abide by American labor laws and any applicable professional codes of conduct.
VII.	If the intern has any problems with their host organization, they should go through the proper channels to remedy the situation.

A.	First they should communicate the problem with their Mentor.
B.	If the problem does not get solved, the intern should communicate the problem to the Intern Coordinator
C.	Lastly, if the problem goes unresolved, the intern should report the problem to the Director of the Internship Program.

STRUCTURE/PROCESS OF THE INTERNSHIP PROGRAM FOR HOST ORGANIZATIONS:

I.	Becoming a Host Organization

A.	Potential Host Organizations should create an online profile by filling out the Host Organization Application form. By filling out this form, the Host Organization will provide introductory information about their company and the basic types of internships they will be able to offer.
B.	The General Application will be reviewed by the Internship Program Director and any necessary modifications will be discussed with the Internship Coordinator at the host organization.
C.	Once approved, the host organization's information will be listed on the program website.

II.	Internship Specifications (all internships must include the following):

A.	The internship must provide training or experience that is applicable to the vocational field (interns are not to be used just as volunteers).
B.	The internship does not have to be a paid position but no intern should lose money or incur costs on the job. On-the-job expenses should be provided for or reimbursed by the host organization.
C.	The host organization must designate an Internship Coordinator and Mentor.

III.	Submitting Internships

A.	Once the Host Organization's profile is approved by the Program Director, Host Organizations can add specific internship opportunities to the online database of Internships on the Internship Program website.
B.	If the host organization has already been approved, the host organization's information need not be resubmitted; only the specifics of new internships.
C.	The proposed internship will be reviewed and posted on the website once approved.

IV.	Internships will only be denied if they fail to meet the Internship Specifications above or if they conflict with the Program's Mission Statement.

Potential Interns must agree to the Intern Code of Conduct and adhere to it throughout the course of their internship.

I.	Once hired, the decision to terminate the employment of an intern is at the discretion of the host organization. The intern also reserves the right to resign from the internship. The Internship Program retains only the authority to terminate the intern's or host organization's web account in the Program if they violate the terms of the Program.
II.	Refusal to follow the Intern Code of Conduct is grounds for immediate termination of an intern's account.
III.	Refusal of the host organization to abide by its terms of employment agreement or to follow the Internship Program Standards is grounds for immediate termination of that host organization's account in the Internship Program.
IV.	The authority to terminate the account of an intern or host organization is vested in the Internship Program Director. However, any such action will be reviewed by the Oversight Committee, and can be appealed.