internship search and prep internships worth the effort worth the time
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Internship Searchand Prep
InternshipsWorth the effort Worth the time
Career Services Center CH 215Internship Development
Career Services Center-CH215Bobbi MurphyEmployer Relations and Internship Development
What is an Internship?“An internship is a form of experiential learning that integrates knowledge and theories learned in the classroom with practical application and skill development in a professional setting. An internship provides students with an opportunity to develop their competencies as professionals in their area of study, while still being identified as learners, rather than solely as employees. Students earn academic credit and are evaluated according to a job description that is incorporated into a course.
Internship Definition Cont.This work/learning arrangement is overseen by a faculty member of the student’s educational institution and by a designated employee of the host organization. The work/learning experience is usually the length of a semester, may be part-time or full-time, paid or unpaid. Academic learning objectives are integral to the internship, distinguishing them from volunteer positions or jobs. Internship requires some form of reflection where students apply theories and concepts to their on-the-job experience to improve their performances as professionals.
Benefits of Having Internship Experience Valued by employers-higher salariesGRADUATING SENIORS WHO DO AN INTERNSHIP, ON AVERAGE EARN
OVER $10,000 MORE PER YEAR THAN THOSE WHO DON’T DO AN INTERNSHIP
Explore career options Increase confidence and develop skills $$$$ Apply classroom education to workplace Important addition to your resume Provide contacts and networking opportunities
Why Employers Want Interns Recruitment toolJob Survey for 2012
73.7% employers surveyed stated their preference to hire candidates with relevant work experience.
Productive short-term employee Increase visibility of company or organization Provide technology skills and a fresh perspective
From MN College Job Outlook Survey
81.3% of employers surveyed offer internships
40.2% of employers surveyed hire from their intern program
Getting Ready for the
Internship or Job Search
Preparation is everything
It’s not the most qualified individual who gets the
position, it’s the individual who is
most prepared.
How Do I Get Started?Involve your Advisor or
Faculty Internship Coordinator List 2014-2015
Understand your goals and internship requirements
Go to the Career Services Website
http://www.stcloudstate.edu/careerservices/
You will need:Resume and Cover LetterKnowledge of the Company or Organi
zationNetworking and Interviewing Skills
Do your research. Knowledge of employers will ensure…
A better internship or job “fit” and a better chance at getting the internship or job
Employers expect you to have researched who they are and what they do.
Go to their website to find out… Who is their customer/client? What is their mission/vision? How do they measure success? What are the key qualifications and skills they are
seeking?
Read their newsletters and company history
Look at their calendars, community initiatives
Check out their FAQ (frequently asked questions) area
Contact people who currently work there
Conduct informational interviews
Research Resourceshttp://www.stcloudstate.edu/careerservices/intern_prep/employer_research.asp
Better Business Bureau at http://minnesota.bbb.org/
Glassdoor.com user generated contact site is packed with insider information on 30,000 companies, including actual salary figures (reported by the workers themselves) by function and location, interview questions used by specific employers, details on the hiring process, and tons more.
Company Insight Center (Bloomberg Business Week)
www.Zoominfo.com
www.hoovers.com
Finding an internship…
Network, Network, Network
Faculty Internship Coordinator, StaffCareer Services Centerswww.Linkedin.comFriends, Family, and ClassmatesProfessional and Student AssociationsSocial Events, Clubs, Service Work
Career Services & InternetCheck out resources
Career Services Website EdPost www.SCSUcareers.com and Going Global Univ. of St. Thomas Career Center Chambers of Commerce International Chamber of Commerce Other job/internship boards
How to Apply Follow ALL application instructions Apply by deadline, earlier is better Make sure resume is up to date, reviewed by
others and spellchecked Include cover letter that makes persuasive case
and is tailored to the internship Follow up with a phone call or e-mail
Make the Most Out of Your Internship!
Follow the organization’s personnel policies Lines of communication Emergency policies
Get involved in office sponsored events Find a mentor Keep track of what you did and the contacts
you made, journal Make sure the organization provides
supervision
Stand Out Be on time and be friendly Dress appropriately for the work Stay out of workplace politics and gossip Ask questions if you don’t know
something Work hard and offer to do more, don’t sit
aroundThe internship is one big job interview
Students who participate in internships are 38% more likely
to get a job offer
Internships=Experience
Employers Look for Experience
About referencesHow to utilize referencesWhat to provide references
Time Information Addressed envelope and stamp(check with
faculty)
Thank your references