WorldAugust 10, 2026

externships

EK-sturn-ships

Definition

Short-term practical learning experiences, typically for students, that allow them to observe or work with professionals in a specific field to gain insight into a career.

Etymology

Derived from the Latin 'externus' meaning 'outward' or 'on the outside,' this term was coined in the late 20th century in an educational context, blending 'extern' with the suffix '-ship' to denote a position of study.

In the news

The article mentions externships as one of the ways the student will gain hands-on professional experience in the legal field over the next two years of her law school education.

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