1. Internship Search and Navigating Diverse Organizations
BA Program in International Studies
Internship Program

2. Objectives Focus Your Internship Search Develop A Search Strategy
Learn How To Prepare For An Interview
Prepare Yourself For Success In A New Environment

3. Internship Search PLAN: When do you want to intern?
Where do you want to intern?
What kind of organization/what field?
What kind of work environment?
What resources do you have for your internship?

4. Internship Search WHERE TO SEARCH: Internet Searches
BA Internship Resource Center
DU Career Center in Driscoll
Professors’ Contacts
Example: or

5. Getting In—The Interview
Tips for Interviewing
Practice and Prepare
Anticipate Questions
Practice with Friends or Internship Assistant
Do Your Homework!
Dress the Part
Body Language
Display Confidence and Self-Knowledge
Follow-Up

6. How to Succeed As An Intern
Be Proactive
Find A Mentor
Be Innovative
Ask Questions
Tag Along

7. How To Keep Using Your Internship
Document Your Work
Ask For Guidance and Networks
Stay In Touch
Go Back Later