Call companies for whom you would like to work and ask if you can intern with them. Make an appointment to speak with the Internship Coordinator in the Career Center to help you find the perfect internship. Internships give students the opportunity to work with qualified professionals. Internships enable students to make important contacts in the business world. Some internships provide money for school tuition and expenses.
Interns establish valuable contacts for letters of references.
Interns establish contacts and begin networking for future employment. Interns acquire work experience to list on resumes and employment applications. Interns develop confidence and learn to interact professionally with peers. Internships give students a feeling of responsibility and independence. Internships provide students with the opportunity to meet and work with new people in developing interpersonal and communication skills.