How to Find an Internship
Define what type of internship you are seeking.
Determine where you are willing to go. Would you like an internship in Omaha, a particular city, or are you open to going anywhere? Remember to start the search and application process early. An effective job search can sometimes take 2-3 months on longer, unless you are applying for currently posted positions.
Prepare, "polish" and finalize your
Resume for the job search process. Also, make a rough draft of your cover letter. Be sure to have a professional critique your resume.
Compile a list of organizations that meet your criteria (related to your major and/or career interests). This will help you come up with a target list of employers. (See
Careers Related to Majors and the
Career Resources on our website to find detailed information on career and company research, Internet resources, publications, company and ranking lists, career books, and professional associations.)
Send resumes and cover letters (or prospecting/inquiry letters) on resume paper. Many companies accept applications via e-mail or have an online application process. If they do, be sure to send your resume, cover letter and any additional information they request.
Register in
Jobs4Jays. Make an appointment with a Career Center counselor for an orientation to this registration process. This will allow you to search the current internships posted at Creighton, submit your resume for
on-campus interviews, and include your resume in the Career Center's referral system for employers (you must upload your current resume to be eligible for resume referrals to employers).
Explore the
Internship Search Sites and internship programs online through Career Center website. Resources on national internship programs are also available in the Resource Library, located in the Career Center.
Attend
Career Fairs. Distribute your resume and talk to employers about internship opportunities with their organization.
Networking! The most effective way to land a job or internship. Talk to friends, family, faculty, professional and student organizations, Career Center staff, alumni, attend social/professional events in the community, and talk to current or former student interns. Student interns are often asked to recruit their own replacement before they graduate.
Take the time to thoroughly research organizations before interviewing. This step is extremely important. Interviewers are impressed with students who know a lot about their organization.
Prepare for
interviews and schedule a practice interview with a Career Center counselor.
Make an appointment with the
Career Center for individual internship search assistance. The Career Center can provide employer contacts and leads for internship opportunities. Assistance is also available for resume and cover letter writing, interview tips, and other career-related topics.
