as in internship
a period of undergoing practical instruction in one's job or career
she got some coaching experience through a 40-hour practicum with the parks department
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Recent Examples of practicum
This confidence is not unfounded, as it is backed by the rigorous practicum that pilots, flight crew, ground crew, and mechanics undergo.
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Essence, 24 Feb. 2025
In 2022 alone, the company brought on 270 graduates and students—and participated in career fairs, business practicums, hackathons, open houses, club panels and other campus activities.
—Emma Whitford, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
This is why colleges and universities emphasize the importance of internships and practicums, providing students with practical experience that enhances their employability.
—Michael Horowitz, Forbes, 24 Oct. 2024
While most classes in these programs run online, practicums, internships and clinical requirements may require in-person attendance.
—Doug Wintemute, Forbes, 29 Sep. 2024
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Essence, 24 Feb. 2025
In 2022 alone, the company brought on 270 graduates and students—and participated in career fairs, business practicums, hackathons, open houses, club panels and other campus activities.
—Emma Whitford, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
This is why colleges and universities emphasize the importance of internships and practicums, providing students with practical experience that enhances their employability.
—Michael Horowitz, Forbes, 24 Oct. 2024
While most classes in these programs run online, practicums, internships and clinical requirements may require in-person attendance.
—Doug Wintemute, Forbes, 29 Sep. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for practicum
apprenticeship
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Since taking office in 2023, he's worked to reduce incarceration rates for low-level drug offenses and increase access to apprenticeship programs in Maryland.—
Elena Moore,
NPR,
13 June 2025
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Craig has been teaching barbering for years through an apprenticeship program and is confident that the new model will provide his customers with good service.—
Andrew Wimer,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2025
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“Practicum.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/practicum. Accessed 17 Jun. 2025.
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