Career Development

"If you're not the lead dog, the scenery never changes."
Age Old Yukon Saying

Internships

In today's economic climate it is vital that job seekers make themselves as viable in the marketplace as possible.  One sure way to give oneself an edge is to participate in internships throughout the college experience.

                          Interning sets you apart from the competition. 

Why is this so?

  1. Interns gain hands on experience in their chosen fields.
  2. Interns get an inside look, a glimpse, at the inner workings of a company, industry, or field and discover if the path is right for them.
  3. Interns have the opportunity to apply concepts and ideas learned in the classroom to a real world setting.
  4. Interns build their network by making contacts with professionals in their fields.
  5. Interns often see the internship transition to an offer of a full time positon.

How do I get started?   Try these links!

 Indiana Intern-net

 

 

Internships-USA 

 User name = intern

   password   = learn

Interships - USA - Law School

   User name = work

   password = credit

 

 Want more inforamtion about how to locate and apply for internships. Liberal Arts Career Development provides a Blackboard Tutorial that provides step by step instructions on how to go about pursuing an internship for credit.

For more specific information regarding internships for credit, print out the internships handout



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