Internships provide the opportunity to apply classroom theory into practical, hands-on experience while simultaneously developing skills that improve course performance (Daugherty, 2000). In addition, the experiential opportunity increases the probability for securing a full-time position upon graduation. The purposes of this study are to examine components of retail management and fashion merchandising internships offered at a large southern university and to assess how the internship program compares with attributes sought by full-time employment in the industry. Consistent with attributes desired in full-time employees, the interns were evaluated on 18 components. Measured on a five-point Likert type scale (1=poor, 3=average, 5=excellent), supervisors evaluated interns related to four general areas: skills and abilities, work habits, professionalism, and career potential. Results revealed that 89% of the interns were perceived as "above average" or "excellent" on each of the 18 components. (Contains 2 tables.)