To assess the value of professional writing internships, a pilot study at Michigan State University will administer pre- and post-tests to students involved in internships, as well as to control groups composed of professional writing majors who do not participate in internships, and other English majors following a traditional curriculum of literature study. The instruments will measure attitudinal differences by asking students to respond to questions concerning their outlook toward their major, their abilities within their major, and their belief in their job marketability after graduation. Subjects will be juniors and seniors. It is anticipated that results will show that those students who participate in a formal internship program will leave their internships with greater confidence and increased ability in the practical application of their field of study. Most importantly, it is expected that internships will improve the attitude of English majors in practicing their professional skills. (An Internship Study Response Form is attached.) (RAE)