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Now is a great time to investigate internships to enhance your experience! You may be wondering how to start looking for internships, so here are some tips!
What is an Internship?
An internship is a form of experiential learning that integrates knowledge and theory leaned in a classroom with practical application and skill development in a professional workplace setting. To simplify that, an internship is a way for you to gain experience in a workplace setting. They look great on resumes as well when you eventually do enter the job force. When you begin the search for internships, consider your strengths and interests to help narrow down your search.
How to Prepare for an Internship?
Now what exactly do you need before applying for an internship? Most internships require resumes and cover letters. Ways to gain confidence when it comes down to the interview process you could practice potential interview questions, review your LinkedIn profile and if you would like, you could also reach out to your department’s career services office.
Consider Your Internship Options
Internships can be paid, unpaid, or for academic credit. Keep in mind your needs while researching what kind of internship would be the best fit for you! Don’t let an unpaid internship scare you because you aren’t getting paid for the work you do. No matter the type, they are great opportunities to gain experience and to network with professionals in the field you plan to enter after graduation.
Now that you have completed these steps, you are ready to start researching the perfect internship for you. Here are some great sites to start the search: Handshake, Internships USA, Civic Leaders Internship Program (CLIP), Internships Abroad, Missouri InternConnect, and talking with your faculty and advisors.
Good luck with your internship search Tigers! As always, if you need more help, visit the MU Career Center for 1:1 help!
By Danyel Borgstadt