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Making the Most of Your Internship
workshop byEmily J. Giacomini
April 13, 2015
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YouTube Video: Smeal Alumnihttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JUPEQrE6Mjk
www.cowfest.org
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Workshop Format
> Part I: BEFORE the Internship
> Part II: DURING the Internship
> Part III: AFTER the Internship
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Before the Internship
What are some things you can do before the internship to set yourself up for success?
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Contact the Hiring Manager
> Find out your project topics> Research them!
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YouTube Video: Smeal Alumni
www.cowfest.org
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Network
> Talk to 2nd Years who worked there last year.
> Contact alumni who work there.
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Set your own Goals
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YouTube Video: Smeal Alumni
www.cowfest.org
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During the Internship
What are some things you can do to be successful?
> Work in pairs to create a list> Share with the group
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Show up on time!
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Ask about Dress Code
& Err More Formal
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Learn Fast: Ask Questions
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YouTube Video: Smeal Alumni
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Set Goals and Deadlines with Supervisor
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Initiate! Offer new projects,
volunteer
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And know your limits!
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Do A Gap Analysis
• Ask, what industry skills am I missing?
• Make a plan to get them!
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Grow in Industry Knowledge
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Get a Mentor & Role Models
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Establish Internal Visibility
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Have something
to say!
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YouTube Video: Smeal Alumni
www.cowfest.org
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Network with Alumni
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Participate in Conferences &
Social Events
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Request Feedback
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Record Your Accomplishments
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Request LinkedIn
Recommendations
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Things to Avoid @ Work
What are some things best avoided while on company time?
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Gossip & Office Politics
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Long Lunches & Breaks
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Social and Dating Websites
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After the Internship
What are some things you could do to stretch the positive impact of your summer investment?
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Send Thank You Notes
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Send customized
LinkedIn invites
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Update Your Resume
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Share Your Story
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Questions?
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YouTube Video: Smeal Alumni
www.cowfest.org
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Enjoy the summer!
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