Top 10 Secrets of Interns Who Get Full Time Jobs
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Posted By: Dr. Marcia Robinson on March 07, 2009 Did you know that most companies with an internship programs really want to convert the college students in the internship program into full time permanent career hires? Well they do. Organizations like INROADS prepare college students to participate in prestigeous internship programs with that specific goal in mind. As you complete your paid internship or unpaid internship this summer, think about these "must haves" courtesy of INROADS. If you demonstrate these during your internship search and after you land your internship, the chances of you converting your summer experience into a full time job offer is high. -Have a good resume -Demonstrate excellent communication skills -Team skills -Develop a strategic outlook -View training as it relates to performance -Be a problem solver and exercise critical thinking skills -Show community service experience -Exhibit self confidence -Understand corporate etiquette -Know how networking can make you a more attractive candidate Courtesy of Career Coach Dr.R who has trained or coached students and new grads for 10 years on workplace, career, internship and employment success. Subscribe to her The HBCU Career Center If you enjoyed this article, Join HBCU CONNECT today for similar content and opportunities via email! |
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Dr. Marcia Robinson
From Greater Philadelphia, PA Wilmington University class of 2019 Member Since May 2019 |
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