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WHY CMAT?: Internships Presented by: Michelle Malinger, Michael Woods, Michael Greco, Kelsey McBain, & Richard Wimbrough

Photo: Carmenwiki. (2012). Internships in psychology.Their ImportanceTypes of InternshipsResume BuildingTips for SuccessHow To ApplyInternships

Photo: Internships. (2011). JenChicago Blog.Personal developmentConfidenceStrengths and weaknesses

Deciding career pathReaffirming interests (Stony Brook University)Why are they important?

Photo: Fine, R. (n.d.) Q & a self confidence.Gaining work experienceHands on (Brigham Young University)Learn industry jargon

Outshine the competitionImproves grades (Salisbury University)SU interns (Cheney, 2006)Why are they important?

Photo: Broek, W. (2009). Blogging about ECT, hands on experience. NetworkingContactsReferences

Transitioning into a jobCompanies hiring interns (Cheney, 2010)

Why are they important?

Photo: Braintrack. (2010). Hiring of college grads expected to improve.

Brigham Young University. (n.d.) Benefits of internships. Retrieved from http://saas.byu.edu/intern/html/Benefits2.htmlCheney, A. (2010). Firms assess young interns' potential. The Wall Street Journal. Retrieved from http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052748704206804575467914217160480.htmlCulver, R. (2006). Internships: Good education, good economics and good civics. Retrieved from http://www.salisbury.edu/careerservices/facstaff/Internships/Documents/InternshipArticle.pdfSalisbury University. (n.d.) What is an internship and why should I get one? Retrieved from http://www.salisbury.edu/careerservices/facstaff/Internships/Documents/AdvantagesOfInternships.pdfStony Brook University. (n.d.) What are the benefits of an internship? Retrieved from http://www.career.sunysb.edu/content/students/what-are-benefits-internship%3F

ReferencesTypes of Internships

Paid Internships (Loretto)Private Sectors or Large Corporations

Non-Profit InternshipsCharities, Universities, Government Agencies, and Hospitals (Loretto)Paid Internships VS Non-Profit Internships

Receive credits for your work!Academic Advisor required for internship. (Loretto)Internships for Credit

Full or Part-TimeMay be used to earn creditsLighten student course load during semesters (Loretto)Summer Internships

Community Service requirementRecipient and Provider both benefit (Loretto)Service Learning Internship

Different from normal internships:Longer length of timeStudents attend class & work for co-opsValuable knowledge and skills! (Loretto)

Co-Operative Education

Many Internships Available!Recently completed internships:Baltimore OriolesWalt Disney WorldThe Late Show with David Letterman (Salisbury University).Communication Internships at Salisbury University

Loretto, Penny. "Types of Internships." About.com: Part of New York Times Company. N.p., 2012. Web. 26 Jun 2012. . . "Welcome to Communication Arts." Salisbury University. N.p., 2012. Web. 26 Jun 2012. .

References:Building Your Resume

Major Internship CareerWork History- Previous JobsNearly three-quarters of the employers taking part in NACEs (The National Association of Colleges and Employers) Job Outlook 2012 survey said they prefer to hire job candidates who have pertinent experience (Frierson, 2012)Preference% of respondentsCandidate with relevant work experience73.7%Any type of work experience (relevance does not matter)17.5%Experience not a factor4.1%Other4.6%

Building Your Resume

References- Employers-Co-WorkersBack up your work!

Building Your Resume

SourcesFrierson, William. 3 May 2012. Relevant Work Experience Valued by Employers Looking To Hire New College Graduates. www.collegerecruiter.com. http://www.collegerecruiter.com/blog/2012/05/03/relevant-work-experience-valued-by-employers-looking-to-hire-new-college-graduates/Building Your Resume

Internship Experiences& Tips for Success!Maryland- 6.8New Jersey- 9.2New York- 8.6Pennsylvania- 7.4Unemployment Rate

67.7% of internships turned into full time jobs [2008-09]70% of students from USC given full times jobs after graduation held an internshipGET YOUR FOOT IN THE DOOR!

Leads to Success

Junior at Salisbury University CMAT/ International RelationsU.S Department of Labor

Mina Aden

Get to know the environment ASK QUESTIONS! Be professional Experience as much as possible Be prepared

Pointers

Think of an internship as an extended interview Finally

Aden, Mina. "Internship Experience." Telephone interview. 26 June 2012."10 Benefits of Starting an Intern Program." Internships.com. Career Arc Group, n.d. Web. 28 June 2012. ."Current Unemployment Rates for States and Historical Highs/Lows." U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 15 June 2012. Web. 28 June 2012. .

ResourcesHow to Apply for Your Own InternshipThere are six different kinds of internshipsFor a Government, Finance, and Journalism internship the deadline could be as early as the Fall (a year previous to when you would start)For all others they are most commonly due between January and April.Deciding When to ApplyMay need to have completed a certain amount of creditsSome only take students with a specific kind of majorMany may need you to have completed specific classes, such as math or science classesThese requirements will vary depending on the internship so they should be looked into.Needed RequirementsDocuments need to apply:TranscriptsLetters of RecommendationResumeCover letter

Also a list of some extra curricular activities and accomplishments could come in handy

DocumentationYou never want to come across as pushy so a polite follow up a day or two after sending all your documents would show you are really interested in the jobThis will also insure they received everything they needSometimes the employer could also let you know when a decision will be made or what the next step in the process isFollow UpInternships

Photo: UVM career services blog. (2011).