Two Semesters Prior to Beginning Your Internship

1. Meet with your faculty internship advisor to discuss requirements and pre-requisites for doing an internship. 
2. Register with the office of internships and career services. Speak to a staff member to become aware of the internship resources (workshops, web sites, self-assessments).
3. Register online with Knight Work.
4. Attend Internship workshop on networking, interviewing, resume writing, etc. 
5. Write your resume. Review it with the office of internships and career services staff. 
6. Attend job fairs to find out about internship opportunities. 
7. Begin networking with friends, faculty, alumni, and others to explore options.

One Semester Prior to Beginning Your Internship

1. Begin sending your resume and cover letter to posted internship opportunities. 
2. Continue networking with contacts, attending job fairs, checking web sites, etc.
3. Polish interviewing skills. Schedule a mock interview with the office of internships and career services staff. 
4. Interview with employers. 
5. Send thank you note to interviewer immediately following the interview. 
6. Once you have been offered an internship meet with your faculty advisor to develop your learning contract.

Good preparation will increase your opportunity to acquire a meaningful learning experience as an intern.