The ultimate goal with an internship is to gain valuable experience and even get hired into a
full-time position in some instances. While it's no guarantee a company will hire a student after a brief part-time stint,
it certainly is possible. Here are a few tips to increase your chances of going from intern to full-time employee.
Articles & Resources
For students, experience is
invaluable. Feb 01, 2011
It's no secret that internships can be a benefit for a college student looking to gain valuable
experience. However, it can be common for a student to accept an internship just for the sake of saying
that they've interned.
Many companies jump headfirst into the intern pool. And why not? Free or cheap help at the
office is tough to resist. Getting the most out of having an intern is a different story though.
Turning an internship into
a career. Jan 07, 2011
It's no secret that internships can be a benefit for a college student looking to gain
valuable experience. However, it can be common for a student to accept an internship just for the sake
of saying that they’ve interned.
Create Your First Resume Dec 15, 2010
Your resume is the single most important resource for communicating your skills, abilities
and background to an employer. Human Resource managers use this document to evaluate prospective candidates
and compare them against other applicants.
Resume Content Dec 01, 2010
Your first resume should contain five main factors: Objective, Education, Employment History,
Skills and Interests. If you are submitting your resume for an internship, you can include "Relevant Classes"
as a category. This will allow employers to view your classes and see how they relate to the internship
program.
Keywords Nov 29, 2010
Many companies utilize an electronic system for storing and accessing resumes.
Employers often scan resumes into their system and later retrieve them with a particular keyword or
keywords. These "keywords" can be found in the job or internship description.
Resume Format Nov 11, 2010
1. CHRONOLOGICAL FORMAT:
This commonly used format provides your education and work history in detail providing dates and locations. The items are outlined in chronological order meaning that the most recent information is placed first with each item placed in descending order. Related Articles: Chronological Format, Functional Format
This commonly used format provides your education and work history in detail providing dates and locations. The items are outlined in chronological order meaning that the most recent information is placed first with each item placed in descending order. Related Articles: Chronological Format, Functional Format
How to Find References Jan 07, 2011
Candidates should prepare a list of people who can verify your work experience and
capabilities. References are typically not listed on a resume.
What is the Employer Going to Ask? Sep 02, 2010
You found an internship. Now you must prepare for the interview and practice your
presentation. The first step is to write down sample questions and answers.
Interview Questions:
What you should ask them Aug 19, 2010
The employer will have a set of questions prepared for you. Once the employer has
completed the common points of strengths, weaknesses and goals they might ask if you have any questions.
Be prepared with a list of questions for your own.
Steps for a Successful Interview July 29, 2010
1. Know where you are going
Reduce stress by knowing exactly where you are going and how long it will take you to get there. If you are unfamiliar with the location of the company, get directions and drive to the location before your interview.
Reduce stress by knowing exactly where you are going and how long it will take you to get there. If you are unfamiliar with the location of the company, get directions and drive to the location before your interview.
Preparing for the Phone Call July 07, 2010
You have completed your cover letter and resume, conducted an internship or job search,
distributed your resume to employers, and have found an interesting opportunity. There is one more step
to the employment process.
Internship Etiquette July 01, 2010
Statistics show that internship programs are growing every year. Even though internships
vary between companies, the same fundamental rules apply in any professional setting.
Beat Procrastination When Writing a Resume
Jun 07, 2010
Procrastination will allow someone else to get your internship or job.
The following suggestions will help you get past the stress of getting started:
Thank You Note May 11, 2010
It is very important to follow up with the interviewer after your interview.
You want the employer to remember you and sending a brief email or letter will ensure they do.
The thank you note should be an email thanking them for their time and their consideration of you for the position.
The thank you note should be an email thanking them for their time and their consideration of you for the position.
Easy Cover Letters Apr 07, 2010
The cover letter provides an initial impression of you and your qualifications relating
to the company. It explains why you are the perfect candidate for the internship or job. Standard cover
letters are broken into three main parts.