intern
Pronunciation: [ˈɪnˌtɜrn]
Word
Context: “employment”
(noun) an intern is someone who works for a company, usually as a student or recent graduate, to gain practical experience in a certain job or field. They learn while helping out, often without being paid or with a small stipend.
Example
She is an intern at a big hospital, learning how doctors and nurses work every day.
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He was not happy being an intern because he felt like he was not learning anything useful.
Example
What does an intern do at your company?
Context: “employment”
(verb) to intern means to work as an intern in a company. It is a way to gain experience while learning about a job or a field.
Example
I decided to intern at a museum this summer to learn more about art history.
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She didn't want to intern at that company after hearing about the tough working conditions.
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Where did you intern last year?
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