Internship Benefits for Students

Value-added education.

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Any way you look at it, the benefits of an internship are priceless. 59% of students who secure internships get better jobs, and on a national average, 58% of graduating seniors who have had an internship have job offers before graduation. An internship gives you the opportunity to:

• Apply your classroom knowledge in a professional environment
• Work alongside a professional in your chosen career field
• Gain a wide range of professional skills
• Build your resumé for your post-college job search
• Make contact with professionals in your field of interest, which can lead to mentors and possible job opportunities
• See what it’s like to work in a company – get a sense for the 9-to-5 schedule, the people, the expectations, the challenges, and the rewards
• Work with equipment and technology in a real-world environment
• Make informed career decisions
• Build a resumé and portfolio that will distinguish you from other candidates
• Build confidence in your own abilities
• Practice your communication and teamwork skills
• Meet new people and practice your networking skills
• Provide evidence that you have initiative, are reliable, and have a sense of responsibility
• Enhance your application to Graduate School
• Earn money while earning your degree