Appendix

Interview topic areas and questions

Topic areas:

• Program strategic goals
• Funding
• Program features and characteristics
• Participant demographics
• Intern outcomes
• Program evaluation
• Academic connections
• Employer partners
• Program challenges

Primary questions:

• When did this internship program begin and what were the motivating factors?
• How is the paid WBL program funded?
• How much do interns earn?
• Do students receive academic credit?
• Who participates in the program?
• What (non-monetary) resources and benefits do students accrue from the program?
• How do you identify and attract employers to participate in the program?
• How do you assess student outcomes?