College students

Turn what you’re learning into what comes next.

Make coursework, campus jobs, and projects part of your career story. Find an internship where you can practice the skills you want to develop.

College students comparing notes at a library table

YOUR THREE-STEP START

01

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.

02

Show your own contribution

For a group project, explain what you personally researched, designed, built, or presented. Include a portfolio link when your work can be shared.

03

Use your campus network

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.

After

Researched customer needs for a student business project and presented a pricing recommendation to a five-person team.