Making the Most of Your Internship

workshop byEmily J. Giacomini

April 13, 2015

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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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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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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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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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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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Enjoy the summer!

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