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Internship Search
It's Never Too Early to Start Your Internship Hunt
Many individuals find that, although they are able to locate several possible internships, finding one that fits their personal requirements is the challenging part. Searching for an internship program is very similar to looking for a new job. In both situations there are several possible methods of locating a desirable position.
One very effective method for finding an internship is through social networking, a skill that every aspiring business person needs to master. Asking one’s parents to speak with their friends and associates to find which out companies are searching for interns will often result not only in the location of a position but also in a letter of recommendation. Often in business, on will find the old cliché of “it’s not what you know but who you know that’s important” to be true. A letter of recommendation from a current employer can often make a make a difference.
If networking does not yield any promising possibilities, then one can always make use of the various sources that can be found on campus. Academic advisors and other professors often keep abreast of such information and are usually more than willing to assist students. Checking out the campus career center is can also be helpful. Many colleges have job search sites to help students find jobs that do not conflict with their school schedule. Most of these schools also list internships and co-op opportunities on the same web page.
The internet is another valuable tool when searching for an internship. Websites such as Vault.com and Princetonreview.com list available positions throughout the country along with advice to help students ace the internship interview. For those that have a particular company they would like to work for in mind, the internet is also helpful. Many businesses list their open internships on the company websites, the same as they would any other position.
One should begin looking for an internship at least two to three months in advance. This allows one to have time to apply for several positions instead of simply taking the first one offered.
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