A formula for successful internships

By the end of an internship, an intern should have identifiable accomplishments, gotten a realistic view of what a full-time job at the company is like, had a meaningful impact on their team, and learned practical new skills. These are ambitious goals for 10-12 weeks and mentors must prepare and guide them to meet those goals. I'll share my experiences from both sides, as an intern and a mentor, and present a formula for success.