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Semester: Fall 2025

Full Term Courses: August 23 to December 18, 2025
Work Experience: 198, 298 (in subject) and 498 (in subject)

Employer Agreement Requirement

Each student’s employer must complete and sign the Los Rios Employer Agreement by the course Census date, which is the last day to drop the course without a notation on record.

This agreement outlines the responsibilities of both the employer and the college to make sure each student’s internship or job provides valuable learning experiences. It also ensures that the work students do supports their educational and career goals.

What You Need to Know

Mandatory Synchronous Meetings

This class requires 3 mandatory synchronous meetings via Zoom.

The 1st meeting:
  • Tuesday, August 26, 2025, 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm or Wednesday, August 27, 2025 from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm Join On Zoom
The 2nd meeting:
  • Tuesday, October 14, 2025 from 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm or Wednesday, October 15, 2025 from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
The 3rd meeting:
  • Tuesday, December 9, 2025 from 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm or Wednesday December 10, 2025 from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm

Course Details

Access to the online course will begin Tuesday, August 26, 2025. E-mail Professor Michell Jay at jays@arc.losrios.edu for additional information.


Semester: Fall 2025

Other Term Courses: September 22  to December 11, 2025
Work Experience: 198, 298 (in subject) and 498 (in subject)

Employer Agreement Requirement

Each student’s employer must complete and sign the Los Rios Employer Agreement by the course Census date, which is the last day to drop the course without a notation on record.

This agreement outlines the responsibilities of both the employer and the college to make sure each student’s internship or job provides valuable learning experiences. It also ensures that the work students do supports their educational and career goals.

What You Need to Know

Mandatory Synchronous Meetings

This class requires 3 mandatory synchronous meetings via Zoom.

The 1st meeting:
  • Thursday, September 25, 2025, 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm Join On Zoom
The 2nd meeting:
  • Thursday, October 30, 2025 from 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm
The 3rd meeting:
  • Thursday, December 11, 2025 from 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm

Course Details

Access to the online course will begin Thursday, September 25, 2025. E-mail Professor Michell Jay at jays@arc.losrios.edu for additional information.

Canvas Information and Technology Requirement

Log in to Canvas to access your online component of the course.   If you are new to online learning, you are strongly encouraged to explore the resources for students interested in online classes on the ARC's Online Education page.  For help with Canvas visit ARC’s Canvas Online Learning System and explore the Quick Tip Videos.

Required technology for this course:

  • Reliable internet access for Canvas
  • Computer
  • Technology for audio and video interactions on Zoom

Email Communication

Important information regarding this class will be sent to you only through your Los Rios Gmail account.  Log in to your Los Rios Gmail and Google Appsregularly!

How to Find an Internship

Access Your Handshake Account

Start your internship search at Handshake – a modern, easy-to-use platform where students and alumni can find full-time, part-time, internships, and on-campus opportunities. On Handshake, you can connect with employers, register for events, and more!

Need support? Make an appointment with American River College Work Experience Program Office to get started.