We are constantly striving to enhance the student academic experience, and we continue to attract the best faculty the nation has to offer. Once again, thank you for your support and involvement in making Mercer one of the South's great private universities. The summer months offer a wonderful opportunity for your Mercer student to purposefully and effectively develop their resume and gain a competitive edge when seeking a job. Talking with your student about the benefits of a meaningful summer job or internship is important. Parents can help their students understand that these jobs or internships can help them develop a good work ethic, gain career related work experience, sharpen career interests, develop interpersonal and interviewing skills, enhance employability, and much more.
Some internships are non-paying.
Students need to identify prospective employers. The Career Services Office at Mercer University maintains electronic and paper listings of summer jobs and internships. Use your network of family and friends to uncover possibilities, and check newspapers regularly to identify openings and possible employers. Students need to develop a resume that emphasizes their skills. An effective resume summarizes their background and experience, and helps students get that all-important first foot in the door with a prospective employer.