How To Find An Internship
- 1. HOW TO FIND Internship opportunities
- 2. Two main ways to search for an internship1) OnlineBU CareerLink(both SMG and for all of BU)Web Resources (Search sites and company directories)2) NetworkingCompany Information SessionsInformational InterviewsConnect with BU Students and AlumniCreate Your Own Opportunity
- 3. CareerLinkGo to BU CareerLink (Undergrad or MBA) Log on with your username and passwordIf you do not have a username and password, contact the Feld Career Center at 617-353-2834 or stop by the front desk.View companies recruiting on campusClick “events” tab on top when logged inInternship listings from Feld Career CenterClick “Jobs” tab on top and search by “Internships”
- 4. Web resources for internship searchFor a complete list, see Internship WebsitesNationwide search sitesWebsites by major of fieldSpecialty internshipsBU Student Employment (on-campus positions)Find companies for your job search (including company directories to develop a target list such as Reference USA, Boston Business Journal Book of Lists)
- 5. NetworkingMany internships are filled through networkingAnyone can potentially be helpfulFamily, faculty and staff, friends, fellow students, former supervisors, co-workers, neighborsObtain advice, information, referrals, job leadsLet them know what you are looking for (type of company, job or industry) Ask for referrals to contacts or potential openingsFor more information: Networking
- 6. Company information sessionsVisit CareerLink for listingsRSVP at BU CareerLink (Undergrad or MBA) Take advantage of the sessionsShow initiative and your interest, increase contactsLearn more about the company and industryMost companies track students who attend their sessions
- 7. Informational interviewsGain insight about your field of interestLearn how to plan and execute your internship searchMake contacts and network in the fieldFor more details, see Informational Interviews
- 8. Connect with BU alumni and studentsJoin LinkedIn and School of Management Alumni group (potential contacts, discussions, internship and job postings)Consult the BU Career Advisory Network (CAN)Database of BU alumni who have volunteered to talk to current students about their jobs
- 9. Create your own opportunityFind a company you would love to work withBase your target company decision on their product or service and reputation. Look on LinkedIn for connections at that companySend a prospecting letter and résumé to project managerHave a Feld Career Center counselor help you with these steps.
- 10. For more information:Visit the Feld Career Center and consult with one of our advisors for individualized questions and strategies.Our office is located on the first floor, left of the stairs in the far left corner.Call for an appointment: 617-353-2834Office hours: Monday - Friday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.