You are here
Internship & Job Search Strategies
There are many ways to look for an internship or job. The most successful candidates use multiple strategies. Below are some of the most popular.
STRATEGY | HELPFUL HINTS |
---|---|
Networking | Approximately 80% of openings are never advertised; therefore, networking is an important strategy for learning about possibilities.
|
Internship and Job Fairs | Attend internship and job fairs to connect with employers.
|
On-Campus Interviewing | This is one of the primary ways some organizations recruit for technical and business positions. Not all organizations conduct on-campus interviews.
|
GoldPASS powered by Handshake | The University of Minnesota’s online job and internship listing site is free and open to students and alumni from all campuses.
|
Social Media | Incorporate LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook and other social networking sites into your search.
|
Organization Websites | Search organization websites directly for openings.
|
Online Job Posting Sites | Search multiple online job boards for openings.
|
Targeted Mailing | Develop strong cover letters tailored to specific types of jobs and the needs of the organizations.
|
In-Person Visit | When possible, visit targeted organizations and meet with professionals in specific departments.
|
Classified Ads | Check resources such as newspapers and Craigslist, specific to the geographic region(s) where
|
Staffing/Temp/Employment Agencies | These agencies offer three types of employment in a variety of fields: contract, contract to hire and direct hire. The lengths of assignments vary.
|