a guide To…your Internship

Internships are a great way to:

1. Acquire professional work experience related to one’s academic major or career interest.
2. Apply theories learned in the classroom to the workplace.
3. Develop a better understanding of the professional demands and requirements of a particular career field.
4. Gain confidence in making the transition from the academic atmosphere to the world of work.

Here you can find a step-by-step guide to Finding an Internship.

Make an appointment with a career counselor to assist you in making a plan as you move through each step.

1. Join a Student Organization
2. Conduct an Informational Interview
3. Volunteer
4. Shadow a professional in your chosen field
5. Get a Part-time Job
6. Research

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7. Take a Course
8. Write your Resume and Cover Letters
9. Gathering References and Letters of Recommendation
10. Prepare to Dress for Success
11. Search Internship and Job Listings
12. Create Target List
13. Network
14. Make the most of Career Fairs and Networking Events
15. Practice Interviewing
16. Sell Yourself in the Interview
17. Frequently Asked Interview Questions
18. Interview Follow up
19. Make a Decision

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