This guide provides steps and resources to make a strong impression on employers, find internship opportunities, and gain valuable experience through various paths.
1) Make a Great Impression to Employers
- Attend events to learn about resume writing, interviewing and how to search for jobs & internships
- Review the resume guide & checklist and then get your resume reviewed by meeting with a career coach during Walk-In Wednesdays
- Prepare for networking events and information sessions where you’ll interact with employers and other professionals
- Before your interview, review the Interview Quick Reference, what to expect on an interview and Dress for Success to ensure you are properly prepared
2) Resources to Find Internships
- Review 9 Ways to Find a Paid Internship and Summer Research Opportunities
- Search for internships by using BC Handshake, Brooklyn College’s internship and job opportunity database
- Attend internship employer panels and the Brooklyn College Job/Internship Fair (October and March). Register for the events on our event page
- Apply to a stipend award which gets you paid to do an unpaid internship: Magner Career Center Internship Stipend and External Internship Stipend Programs
- If you’re considering an unpaid internship, review When to Consider Unpaid
3) Alternate Ways to Gain Experience
If internships aren’t feasible due to your schedule, you can still gain valuable experience. Consider these alternatives:
- Personal projects: Create your own work to showcase specific skills
- Freelancing: Take on short-term client work
- Extra responsibilities: Volunteer for assignments outside of your current job description
- Micro-internships: Participate in short-term, specialized projects
- Small business collaboration: Work with a small business owner who may offer more flexible hours
- Skill Development: Complete skill development resources found on our Skill Development Page
4) Review our Stand-Out Intern Guide
After securing an internship learn how to stand out!
Be familiar with the Employer Red Flags to be sure you don’t fall for a scam job/employer. If you have concerns about an internship posting or have started an internship and have concerns, please contact the Magner Center at 718.951.5696 or careernews@brooklyn.cuny.edu