Some students take summer jobs at local stores, restaurants or day camps. But many students spend their summers working at internships. A number of students prefer summer internships because they believe the experience will provide valuable skills that will aid them in their job search after graduation. Summer internships sound like the perfect summer employment. However, there might be a catch.
Students often find that many internships are unpaid.
Bakhtiari had an unpaid internship at Merrill Lynch last summer. When searching for a summer internship, students consider not only pay, but other factors as well. Working conditions and hours also determine whether a student accepts an internship. Location is also a primary factor. Unpaid internships also provide long-term experience and contacts.