Do`s and Don`ts of Internships
Some Do`s and Don`ts of Internships
Do`s
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Try at obtain at least one internship during your college years (even if it is not mandatory as a part of your course)
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Set specific goals for yourself with each internship and Know what you want to accomplish with each internship.
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Consider accepting both paid and non-paid internships; some of the best internships may not be paid.
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Expect to be treated professionally and act professionally at all times.
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Utilize your network of families and friends to the fullest to get leads on internships.
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Try and schedule regular meetings with your internship supervisor. Also arrange for a feedback from internship supervisor to your faculty guide.
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Get as much exposure throughout the internship organization as possible.
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Be open to learning new skills and methodologies.
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Find a mentor within the organization, whether it’s your internship supervisor or some other.
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Make sure you leave your internship with new skills,and better understanding of your field.
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Be sure you have a Dynamic cover Letter, superior Resume and interviewing Techniques.
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Send thank you letters to all people who interview you — and all the people who help you find an internship.
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Exhaust all possible internship leads.
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keep in touch with key coworkers from your internships, and do cultivate them to become part of your network.
Don`ts
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Don’t expect all internships to be paid. We wish they all were, but many are not.
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Don’t expect internships to just be handed to you; internships must be earned, like a job.
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Don’t pass up opportunities to have experiences beyond the regular scope of the internship that lead to chances to learn more about the company or industry.
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Don’t be afraid to ask questions.
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Don’t forget to take advantage of the career services at your college (like placement officers) — they typically have leads to numerous internship opportunities.
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Don’t ever give up in your internship quest.