4. “We have a monster jobs problem, and young
people are the biggest losers,”
Andrew Sum, Economist and Director of the Center for Labor Market
Studies at Northeastern University
12. According to NACE, Approximately 60% of 2012
college graduates who took part in paid internships
received at least one job offer.
How big is the salary difference?
15. 2 main ways to get an internship…
1 - Apply to an existing internship (just
like a job)
2 - Create an internship and
propose it to a company or
organization
16. research, research, research.
• What kind of internship do you want?
– Your interests
– Your skills (aka “What do you have to offer
them?”)
• What kind of company or industry?
• Where to get information…
– O’Net (research careers)
18. begin early.
• Don’t wait until the last moment to apply.
• More time invested = better opportunity
• “Early bird gets the worm”
• Resume
• Cover letter
• Gather information
• Make connections
• Set priorities
19. network to find an internship.
• Professional associations
• Identify people who might help in your internship search
• Conduct informational interviews
• Talk to your professors
• Guest speakers
• Job fairs
• Online
– Linked In
– Facebook
– Twitter
20. According to a recent survey by the Department of
Labor, networking accounts for at least 69% of all
annual hires.
Networking is one of the BEST ways to find
a job or internship.
21. design an internship.
• Want to intern with an organization? Take the
initiative and propose something.
What are you Proposing?
• Specific project
• Particular position
• Most employers are too busy for
people who will "do anything" so be
as specific as possible in terms of
what you would like to do and
what you have to offer.
22. follow up.
• Be pleasantly persistent!
– Phone
– Email
– Letter
• If you have an
interview,
send a thank you letter
• Don’t give up even if you
get a no!
24. write a learning contract.
• Define expectations
• Set mutually agreed upon goals
• How will you assess your work?
• Agree on specifics
25.
26. perform and assess.
• Immerse yourself – take initiative – do your
best work
• Evaluate midway and make improvements
• Meet regularly with your
supervisor for feedback
• Continue to focus on goals
• Maintain a positive attitude
and be professional.
27. take something away.
• Keep track of your accomplishments
– Start a portfolio
• Leave on a positive note
– Ask for reference letters at that time
• Create a new resume and add your
great internship experience
• Write a thank you note to those
who helped you
• Celebrate what you did!!!
28.
29.
30. Top 5 Soft Skills Employers Want
1. Communication skills (verbal, written, listening)
2. Analytical and research skills
3. Self motivation
4. Teamwork
5. Technical skills
40. Group Dekko
Jennifer Fisher, Culture and Retention Manager
jfisher@dekko.com
www.twitter.com/jenfisherfw
www.dekko.com
Editor's Notes
Be smart about how you stand out. There are good ways to stand out…
Take the time to get your resume and cover letter ready and then customize every time you send it out! Be sure to do your homework on companies and possible internships and use that information to your benefit Use your breaks to set up meetings and talk to those in your field of interest about possible internships Many science based internships are highly competitive so look for deadlines and make sure you get all materials in on time!
Contact people to share what you’re seeking and ask for adviceAsk those out of your field for:Contacts in your fieldRecommendations for potential employers to researchAsk those in your field for: Information on how they got startedSuggestions for websites to useSuggestions for professional associationsAny openings they can recommendRecommendations or connections to potential employersOther contacts in your field
What to IncludeThere is no prescribed format for your proposal, but a letter written specifically for each employer is a good place to start. It should: Include a clear and concise description of what it is you are offering to do for the company and why you think they will benefit from it. Be specific about the project you want to work on or position you wish to fill Highlight why you are the right person to do this for the company Include your dates of availability and whether you are looking for a full-time or a part-time position Indicate that you are seeking a paid (or non-paid) position Your proposal should include a resume that illustrates the strengths you are offering. Your academic experiences, participation in student groups, research experience, extra-curricular activities, and part-time job experiences all translate into marketable skills such as, time management, communication, teamwork, and analytical skills.
A learning contract allows you and the employer to define your expectations, job responsibilities, schedule, and goals of the internship. You can set goals and define how they will be measured and tracked. This can be useful as you evaluate your effectiveness in the internship.Be sure you and your supervisor keep a copy of the contract and refer back to it as necessary.
Some traits employers generally look for include:strong work ethic dependable and responsible possessing a positive attitude adaptability honesty and integrity self-motivated willing to grow and learn strong self-confidence professionalism loyaltyLook for ways you can stand out!!
Don’t just do what is expected…Go beyond the expectations by anticipating your supervisors needs.Ask questions when you don’t understandRemember that you are an important part of the organizations workforce and as such you should work hard to do the best job you canIf co-workers are behaving inappropriately (even if it’s minor) resist joining in. You can make a better impression by maintaining a professional demeanor
