Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
intern
noun
/ˈɪn.tɜrn/
Definition
A person who works in a temporary position at a company or organization to gain practical experience.
Examples
- She secured an internship at a major tech company.
- During the summer, he worked as an intern at a law firm.
- The internship provided valuable experience in the marketing field.
Meaning
An intern is often a student or recent graduate who is learning a trade or profession through first-hand experience.
Synonyms
- trainee
- apprentice
- student
- novice
