Gain experience
Gaining work experience while you’re in college can be valuable for building your resume, developing new skills, and increasing your employability after graduation. Here are some ways you can gain work experience while in college:
Internships
Part-time jobs
Work-study programs
Co-op programs
Volunteer work
Summer is a great time to be on the lookout for some of these opportunities and work towards your long-term career goals. Many employers will offer internships or work-study programs just for the summer season. If you know what careers you’re interested in, try one of the methods below to find an opportunity to intern or shadow someone for the summer. This is a great way to learn whether your field of interest is the best fit for you!
Find job opportunities
Career services
Reach out to your college’s career services office. They can help you find job and internship opportunities, review your resume, and provide interview preparation. They can even connect you with alumni who work in the career field you’re interested in.
Search online job boards
Many companies will post their openings to job boards, as well as their own websites. Consider trying the following popular sites:
Tip: Sign up for job alerts! Most job boards allow you to set preferences based on location, job name, etc. You will receive email alerts when a job posting matches your criteria.
Network
Connect with friends, neighbors, and alumni. Talk about the type of job you want. Ask if they, or someone they know, have information that could help. Let them know where you are applying. If you can, focus on people who work in the field or company where you want to work. And keep making new connections.