Summer: The Season for Success

Summer is the season that students always look forward to. It is the chance to kick back, relax, and soak up the summer sun after months of strenuous work. Students may have a summer job, but they tend to have much more free time than they once did. That is why it is important to take advantage of your time off and pursue your career oriented goals. How, you ask? Through internships over the summer.



While other students are busy catching up on their favorite television shows, interns are busying getting a leg up on their classmates through real world experiences. Not only is it real world experience, but it is the exact experience they will receive in their chosen field of study. Internships are ripe for the taking throughout summer, but they should be applied for by the end of the spring semester.

Locating Internships

So, how do you find these internships? There are plenty of resources available to find internships that fit your interests. One of the best resources is LinkedIn. Simply click the jobs tab and enter a search for your intended occupation. A variety of full time, part time, and intern positions will be showcased throughout the search. From there, select the post you find most appealing and follow the instructions on how to apply.

Another resource that you may find helpful is your own college’s career postings. Many businesses choose to provide colleges with information about employment opportunities throughout their company. Be sure you know where to find the information online or on campus. Also, ask your professors about summer opportunities. Almost all college educators have had experience within their area of teaching. Don’t be afraid to ask them for insight or assistance.

Experience that Benefits You

Internships are a powerful tool that helps your resume stick out amongst others. Also, when in an interview, it provides a chance to share what you have learned with your potential employer. You can discuss your roles within the internship and the accomplishments you made during your employment. Surely, a business is more likely to take a chance on an individual with some experience than a student with none.

Although it is important to obtain an internship at some point, do not let the work overtake your summer. Moreover, do not accept a position unless you know for a fact it will benefit your occupational pursuit. However, what is most important is that you be sure you find time for yourself over break. At M State Detroit Lakes, we want to make the pursuit of an internship as stress free as possible. We want nothing more than your success. So, get out there Spartans. We are here to help if you need us.