Download - Career Success Series - Part 2 - Everything You Need to Know to Find an Internship (1.22.13)
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The Career Success Series Part Two © 2013 William J. Sherman – All Rights Reserved
Career & Advising Services College of Arts & Sciences
Bill Sherman, Director Department of Economics
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Any practical, “hands-on,” real-world experience that helps to gain
professional credibility.
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(*the dirty little secret no one tells you! )
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1. Intern 2. Entry-Level Professional Role 3. Specialist Role 4. Lead Worker 5. Manager: People | Program | Project
6. Vice-President 7. Chief Officer (CEO, COO, CFO, CIO)
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• Respond to positions posted on company sites, UO JobLink, etc.
• Act upon referrals from friends, family, and faculty.
• Research potential employers
• Request informational interviews
• Propose an internship idea
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http://career.uoregon.edu
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@UOEconJobs
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International Career Fair
1/31 Internship,
Summer Job & Volunteer Fair
2/20
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• Introduce yourself • State your purpose for writing • Mention any referrals or
connections to the employer • Briefly list your “selling points” • Suggest a follow-up meeting • Closing salutation
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• I would love to assist you with any
business-oriented projects your company needs help with. o My skills include…. o I am knowledgeable in….
• What would be a good time for us to talk about this further? I am available for a phone call at your convenience.
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Organize: Create a goal-oriented timeline for your
internship search. Schedule some career-related activity each
week (checking JobLink, working on apps, etc.)
Accessorize: Develop a resume and cover letter to convey
your value to potential employers.
Socialize: Activate your network through LinkedIn,
Career Fairs, Company Information Sessions
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A seven-part workshop series Tuesdays @ 6 pm (PLC 410)
Part 1: Making Smart Career Decisions Part 2: Everything You Need to Find an Internship Part 3: Resume Writing—Taking it to the Next Level
Part 4: How to Write a Darn Good Cover Letter Part 5: Job Search 201—Better, Smarter, Faster Part 6: Preparing for the Career Fair Part 7: Interviewing: Getting Past the 1st & 2nd Rounds