Internship
Tips
#1
- Don't Proscratinate
Now is the time to start searching for internships. If you are
a bad procrastinator, now is the time to break that habit. Remember
that many internship programs have early deadlines, and you don't
want this to be the reason why you didn't get accepted. Utilize
your winter break wisely, and sacrifice some time on your weekends.
#2
- Keep Your Grades Up
Your grades don't have to be perfect. Some internships
require at least a 3.0 GPA. Others require at least a 2.0 GPA.
Either way, you want to keep your grades as high as possible.
This applies to high school and college students. Remember that
companies do not want to hire interns who don't take school seriously.
#3
- Apply For As Many Opportunities As Possible
Don't
be discouraged if you don't get the internship you want. There
are tons of companies out there that offer internship opportunities
to students. Remember to apply to corporations, non-profit organizations,
and even government agencies - local and national.
#4
- Visit Your On-Campus Career Center
Every college has a career center on campus, and every
high school has a guidance counselor who knows about internships.
Utilize these resources and follow up with them on a monthly basis.
Many will allow you to leave your resumé with them, and
they will submit as they see fit.
#5
- Attend Career Fairs
Searching online is great, but nothing is better than showing
up in person. Career fairs are designed for students who want
to be recruited as interns and employees. Dress nicely, and bring
plenty copies of your resumé. Many times, you can be hired
on the spot.
#6
- Keep It When You Get It
When you finally do get an internship, take it very seriously.
Many internships can easily turn into high-paying careers. So,
be sure to show up on time every day, dress appropriately, work
hard on your assignments, and treat it like a real job.
#7
- Add It To Your Resumé
If you complete an internship and the company does not
hire you, don't panic. Not all internships will turn in to jobs.
However, be sure to add your internship experience to your resumé.
And if possible, add your mentor as a reference. This will be
very impressive for future job interviews.
#8
- Do It Twice
When you finish one internship, why not consider doing another
one? This will further enhance your resumé, and will allow
you to gain even more experience and skills. It will also help
you to get more and more comfortable with being in the workforce.
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