Tip of the Day Tuesday

4 Strategies for Getting the Most out of Your Internship

Be Ready and Available: This may seem obvious. However, it might surprise you how many interns don’t realize what exactly this means. You want your supervisor to know that you’re serious about the internship and the industry your in. Be on time for everything, use time wisely, limit your social contact with other colleagues and interns to your breaks and lunch period, and always be readily available.

Go Above and Beyond: While it may be fine to do the minimum that is asked of you, taking on additional tasks and projects is a great way to get more out of your program. Not only will you get additional hands-on training but your supervisor is more likely to give you more responsibility later. Doing a little extra or staying a little later to work on a project goes a long way.

Be Enthusiastic – Have a positive attitude! Your supervisor and colleagues can easily tell if you come across as negative or less than genuine. Successful interns in companies are the ones who take an interest in the company and their role.

Network: A major part of any internship, other than gaining valuable insight and experience, is meeting people and making connections. Get to know other people in your company other than your supervisor or immediate colleagues. If your company has meetings or other functions, introduce yourself to others and ask them about their role in the company. If you want to learn more, ask your supervisor if they could assist you in setting up an informational interview.

Overall, do what is necessary to get the most out of your internship! The more information and skills you can take back with you, the better your chances of success in your career future.

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