This document argues that internships should be a requirement for students for three key reasons: 1) Internships help develop students' confidence and mentality for interacting with diverse groups of people in the working world. They learn how to handle difficult people and work in teams. 2) Internships give students a taste of the real working world by exposing them to new challenges like deadlines and communicating with bosses, as well as understanding proper workplace attire and grooming. 3) Internships make it easier for students to find jobs after graduating since companies see internship experience as a plus and proof that candidates have work experience and skills.