1. Internships Career Services UC 304

2. What is an Internship? On-the-job learning and application of what you learned in school Usually one semester long Students gain relevant work experience Opportunity to get credit and earn $$

3. Types of Internships Paid Unpaid Academic Credit

4. How do I find an Internship? Register with Career Services –http://career-services.tamucc.eduhttp://career-services.tamucc.edu –Upload resume when registering Meet with your Career Counselor Apply in a timely manner –Summer Internship applications are usually due by February!

5. Finding an Internship I-Link database is the first place to look! On-campus recruiting Internship directories in Career Services library Attend Career Fairs Network with faculty, family, and friends

6. Resumes Should be one page in length Include only relevant information Just the facts - never embellish the truth Meet with Career Counselor for specific resume help

7. Acing the Interview Attend Interview workshop Practice/Mock Interview Dress the part Be on time Answer questions clearly and succinctly Follow up with a “thank you”

8. Questions? Career Services UC 304 (361)825-2628 http://career-services.tamucc.edu