summer internships for first year undergraduates

Applying to companies

• Prepare your resume

Your resume should be clear and concise, with no typos. It’s usually a good idea to have someone else look over it before submitting it for consideration by the company you’re applying for an internship with.

• Prepare your cover letter

In addition to explaining why you are interested in the job at hand, make sure that every sentence in your cover letter is relevant: don’t just copy-paste from other applications—make sure everything is tailored specifically toward this one company and what they’re looking for from their interns. Be sure not to use too much jargon or industry terminology (if possible) so that people outside of the field can understand what you’re saying easily enough when reading through your application materials later on down the line when interviewing potential candidates during final rounds of hiring processes; “plain language” is always best when writing anything pertaining to business!

Where to find companies looking for interns

While searching for summer internships on your own can be challenging, there are a few ways to make the process easier. If you’re unsure of where to start, ask your peers and family members if they know of any companies that are hiring. Often times having an “in” will yield better results than posting your resume online or applying directly to a company.

• Career fairs
• Online job postings
• Your academic advisor
• The career center at your school

Preparing for interviews

• Dress professionally. You want to look like you belong in the office space, not like you’re going clubbing.
• Do research on the company and be prepared to answer common questions about it. This is basically a test of your interest level. If they ask why you want this job, DO NOT say “I need money” or something equally terrible like that! Be specific with your answers—if you know anything about the company, tell them! It demonstrates that you have both initiative and interest in what they do (which are two very important qualities).
• Practice interview technique by interviewing with friends or family members who aren’t afraid of embarrassing themselves by being honest in their feedback.

Preparing for internships

• Understand what is expected of you.
• Take a look at the internship description, and be sure to ask questions if something isn’t clear. It is a good idea to get clarification on everything from the role of the position to any specific requirements that may need to be met (such as having a certain GPA or major).
• If you have any questions about an internship opportunity, it’s always best to ask before accepting an offer so that both parties are on the same page.
• Taking advantage of every opportunity will help make your summer experience one worth remembering!

Finding housing

• Find a place near your internship. This will be easier if you have a car, but even if you don’t, it is possible to get around by public transportation or ride-sharing services. The best option is to find housing in the city where your internship is located. This way, you can walk or take public transportation to work each day.
• Find a place with a kitchen so that you can cook your own food and save money on eating out every day (or at least some of the time).
• Find a place with a gym so that you can exercise after work (or during lunch breaks) and relieve stress from the daily grind of interning all day long!

Finding a good internship program

When you’re looking for an internship, ask yourself the following questions:

• Do I have an interest in this field?
• Are there any companies that offer work experience that is relevant to my field of study?
• Is the company a good fit for me? (i.e., do they provide opportunities for growth and development)

If you can answer yes to these questions, then you’re on the right track!

Keeping in contact with your supervisor and coworkers after the internship

When you’re an intern, your supervisor is most likely your primary contact with the company. Therefore, it’s essential that you maintain a good relationship with your supervisor as well as other people in the workplace. You’ll want to keep in touch after the internship ends so that they can help you in future job searches and provide recommendations for other opportunities.

• Keep notes about important events or meetings involving yourself and others at work; this will help recall important details later on
• Make sure to ask for business cards from everyone at work during your internship; this will make it easy for you to remember names when connecting with others later on
• If possible during the internship period, try making friends with some of those who work at companies related to yours (i.e., if working at an advertising agency, try getting acquainted with another employee of another ad agency); this could lead into future networking opportunities outside of just one company

follow these tips to get the best experience out of your internship

By following these tips, you’ll be able to make the most of your internship and get a head start on your career.

• Get to know the people you work with. Every workplace is different, but it’s always important to know who’s who in the office. You may not have any desire to become close friends with your co-workers or management team, but at least make an effort to get familiar with everyone so that you’re aware of what’s going on and don’t feel like an outsider when it comes time for office parties.
• Learn everything you can about the company culture (and why it matters). Even if your supervisor isn’t willing to answer questions like “What does our company stand for?” or “Why do we do things this way?” they should be able to provide specific examples that demonstrate how their business operates differently than others in its field—this will help give more context around why certain decisions are made as well as provide insight into whether or not other companies might have better practices worth considering if yours doesn’t seem ideal at first glance.”