as in internships
a period of undergoing practical instruction in one's job or career
prior to graduation from the culinary school he had served an externship as a sous chef at a high-end restaurant
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Recent Examples of externships
High school students will have access to a catalog of internships, externships and volunteer opportunities statewide.
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Hope Moses, Chicago Tribune, 10 Jan. 2026
The Impact Fellowships program supports doctoral students doing summer externships with public-interest companies working in criminal justice reform, climate change, public health, and similar arenas.
—IEEE Spectrum, 24 Mar. 2022
Hope Moses, Chicago Tribune, 10 Jan. 2026
The Impact Fellowships program supports doctoral students doing summer externships with public-interest companies working in criminal justice reform, climate change, public health, and similar arenas.
—IEEE Spectrum, 24 Mar. 2022
Recent Examples of Synonyms for externships
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The hospital also serves as an educational institution for nearly 200 mental health professionals each year with internships, trainings, and other career opportunities, according to the state's website.—
JT Moodee Lockman,
CBS News,
25 Apr. 2026
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School and internships would lead AJ to Ristorante Larossa in Alba, an area in Italy famous for white truffles.—
Timothy DePeugh,
Charlotte Observer,
24 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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“Externships.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/externships. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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