How to Prepare for and Make the Most of an Internship-1

1.  ASSESS YOUR READINESS

• Are you confident about your career goals?
• When do you wish to complete an internship? Is it required of your program?
• Do you know the basics?
  » Internships can occur year round, typically last 10 - 15 weeks, and range from 10 - 30 work hours per week.

  » Details about work hours, length of internship, rate of pay, and other specifics are negotiated between employers and interns.
  » If registering for academic credit, contact the department internship contact for approval.

2.  CREATE A PROFESSIONAL IMAGE

• Prepare your resume and cover letter.
• Brush up on business etiquette.
• Establish a strategic social networking presence.
• Meet with a career advisor for a resume review.

3.  APPLY FOR INTERNSHIPS

• Develop a network of contacts in your field of interest.
• Create your one-minute self-marketing pitch.
• Locate positions with our full-time and part-time employment search resources.
• Follow up in a couple weeks after applying to ask:

  » What is the status of my application and timeline for hiring?
  » Can I provide any additional materials or information?