Students may use 3, 6, 9 or 12 credit hours for a guided internship work experience that integrates study and experience. Students are contracted to maintain employment at an approved hospitality/tourism location for a pre-determined length of time with specified start and end dates. Three credits are given for a minimum of 140 hours; six credits are given for 280 hours, nine credits are given for 420 hours and 12 credits are given for 560 hours of industry work. Minimum hours are in addition to the 1,000 hour graduation requirement.