Choose what you want to practice
Pick two skills you want to develop and look for internships with responsibilities that use them. Read the schedule, compensation, and supervision details.
College students
Make coursework, campus jobs, and projects part of your career story. Find an internship where you can practice the skills you want to develop.
YOUR THREE-STEP START
Pick two skills you want to develop and look for internships with responsibilities that use them. Read the schedule, compensation, and supervision details.
For a group project, explain what you personally researched, designed, built, or presented. Include a portfolio link when your work can be shared.
Visit your career center, talk to instructors, and ask alumni about their paths. Keep a record of deadlines and follow-up dates.
TRY IT ON YOUR RÉSUMÉ · ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLE
Before
Business class project.
AfterResearched customer needs for a student business project and presented a pricing recommendation to a five-person team.