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Emily Moore
How have you guys seen your internships influence your career? I'm about to start my third internship, which I got from being connect to my last internship, which I discovered from my internship before that. Hopefully this cycle eventually becomes a career.
Cary Thomson:
Even if you don't get a job with your internship company your supervisor will still be able to act as a relevant and very important reference. It ...MoreEven if you don't get a job with your internship company your supervisor will still be able to act as a relevant and very important reference. It all very will being a star student in the classroom but many employers want to know how you act in the professional world.
102 weeks ago
102 weeks ago
Seth Cameron Short:
I had three internships in my Senior year. The first two helped me decide I didn't want to do that work. The last one led directly to my current ...MoreI had three internships in my Senior year. The first two helped me decide I didn't want to do that work. The last one led directly to my current job, which I've been in for 7 years.
I heard from lots of my fellow students that they weren't going to take any internships, or that they had taken one and it was a waste of time. I never found it to be a waste of time -- better to learn what you DON'T like before you're committed to that job, and without interning I wouldn't have ended up in my current (7 years so far) career.
So my advice to students debating interning -- do it. Do it often. Take advantage of the experience and connections you get from them. They're more useful than any course you might take instead.
Seth
102 weeks ago
I heard from lots of my fellow students that they weren't going to take any internships, or that they had taken one and it was a waste of time. I never found it to be a waste of time -- better to learn what you DON'T like before you're committed to that job, and without interning I wouldn't have ended up in my current (7 years so far) career.
So my advice to students debating interning -- do it. Do it often. Take advantage of the experience and connections you get from them. They're more useful than any course you might take instead.
Seth
102 weeks ago
Gauri Nawathe
I recently had my first feedback interview. My boss would like me to take initiatives, go beyond my normal duties and projects as an intern. This is my first real internship and I don’t really understand how exactly I can do that. Any advice?
For your information, I'm working in the advertising department of a bank.
103 weeks ago from INTERNal Affairs, Ask Penelope Trunk! and Advertising Professionals1 more
Gauri Nawathe:
@Connie and Kim: Thank you for your suggestions. One thing that really stands out for me in your replies is - it's important to ask a lot of ...More@Connie and Kim: Thank you for your suggestions. One thing that really stands out for me in your replies is - it's important to ask a lot of questions.
@Melissa: I really liked your idea of intern's handbook. I'm definitely going to think about some projects to do in my spare time.
@Sean: My problem is exactly the opposite. I don't have many projects to work on; sometimes I end up getting bored and feeling demotivated. As Melissa says, I ought to use my spare time to do some projects to help out my colleagues.
103 weeks ago
@Melissa: I really liked your idea of intern's handbook. I'm definitely going to think about some projects to do in my spare time.
@Sean: My problem is exactly the opposite. I don't have many projects to work on; sometimes I end up getting bored and feeling demotivated. As Melissa says, I ought to use my spare time to do some projects to help out my colleagues.
103 weeks ago
Danny Cox:
That's one of the biggest conundrums interns face: how do you show your energy and motivation and drive without overstepping boundaries or being ...MoreThat's one of the biggest conundrums interns face: how do you show your energy and motivation and drive without overstepping boundaries or being annoying? A few tips from my recent experience:
1) As everyone has mentioned, ask what you can do to help. But to REALLY stand out, keep your ears open and listen to what is being said around you, what people are complaining about, come up with a great idea to solve it, and volunteer to implement your plan.
2) Take a stab at things that are "above" your level: if there's a report that is looming for one of your superiors, offer to make a first draft- even if it's just practice, you'll get valuable experience with the format and style, and your superiors will take note.
3) Questions are key, but SMART questions reign supreme. Whenever something presents itself that you're not familiar with, do a little research and show that you can be resourceful. If it's a question you CAN'T find the answer to, make sure you ask it in a way that shows you're trying to understand the bigger picture or understand the thought process behind the decisions.
103 weeks ago
1) As everyone has mentioned, ask what you can do to help. But to REALLY stand out, keep your ears open and listen to what is being said around you, what people are complaining about, come up with a great idea to solve it, and volunteer to implement your plan.
2) Take a stab at things that are "above" your level: if there's a report that is looming for one of your superiors, offer to make a first draft- even if it's just practice, you'll get valuable experience with the format and style, and your superiors will take note.
3) Questions are key, but SMART questions reign supreme. Whenever something presents itself that you're not familiar with, do a little research and show that you can be resourceful. If it's a question you CAN'T find the answer to, make sure you ask it in a way that shows you're trying to understand the bigger picture or understand the thought process behind the decisions.
103 weeks ago
Gauri Nawathe
Is it ok to make mistakes? Have you made mistakes at work? How did you correct them?
As an intern I often trip and stumble. I understand that now is the time to make mistakes because it is through them that we learn. But at times I feel it seriously undermines my chances of being employed at this company.
What do you guys think?
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Rebecca Thorman:
You don't stop making mistakes once you're not an intern. :) I think the key is how you respond when mistakes happen. When I make mistakes, I ...MoreYou don't stop making mistakes once you're not an intern. :) I think the key is how you respond when mistakes happen. When I make mistakes, I always own up, ("This could have worked out better, I take responsibility"), offer ideas ("Next time, I think we could do xyz"), and ask for feedback ("Why do you think this went wrong? What do you think we should do? Is that a good plan?"). As you and Danny, mention, mistakes are about learning, and all good companies and managers understand that :)
104 weeks ago
104 weeks ago
Gauri Nawathe:
Thanks everybody for your replies!
If I had to summarise the discussion: it's important to own up and recognise one's mistake and then take ...MoreThanks everybody for your replies!
If I had to summarise the discussion: it's important to own up and recognise one's mistake and then take proactive steps to learn from them. And above all, never repeat them again!
104 weeks ago
If I had to summarise the discussion: it's important to own up and recognise one's mistake and then take ...MoreThanks everybody for your replies!
If I had to summarise the discussion: it's important to own up and recognise one's mistake and then take proactive steps to learn from them. And above all, never repeat them again!
104 weeks ago
Ryan Paugh
We have some great interns, but I've noticed they are also super busy with college and their other activities. I wonder, do today's college students have to much to do and too many expectations on them? I personally did. Between my Fraternity positions, philanthropies, intramural sports, etc, I was SO overwhelmed! What do you think? How do you balance your internships with everything else?
106 weeks ago from INTERNal Affairs, Interns and Brazen Undergrads1 more
Kristina E. Smith:
College students can really be overwhelmed with activities. I for one was one of them. Between sorority activities, res life responsibilities, ...MoreCollege students can really be overwhelmed with activities. I for one was one of them. Between sorority activities, res life responsibilities, internships and of course CLASSES I was looking forward to 'just working'. It did teach me balance.
106 weeks ago
106 weeks ago
Danny Cox:
@Cameron I couldn't agree more. My GPA was good, but nothing to write home about. The reason my GPA suffered was the priority I put on getting ...More@Cameron I couldn't agree more. My GPA was good, but nothing to write home about. The reason my GPA suffered was the priority I put on getting involved with the things I loved doing. When I had my interview, we didn't talk about my GPA and what courses I took: we had a great conversation about my experiences, what I'd learned and how they were applicable.
104 weeks ago
104 weeks ago
Danny Cox
Join INTERNal Affairs for its first venture into the Twitter chat world as we facilitate #ImAnIntern: a chance for interns the world over to stand up, be proud and share their experience with aspiring young professionals. So mark your calendars: Wednesday, May 12th at 9 pm EST. For those who've never been in a Twitter chat before, just hop on your favorite Twit-app and search for #ImAnIntern and make sure you include the hashtag in your replies. You can also start posting questions right here!
Danny Cox
Join INTERNal Affairs for its first venture into the Twitter chat world as we facilitate #ImAnIntern: a chance for interns the world over to stand up, be proud and share their experience with aspiring young professionals. So mark your calendars: Wednesday, May 12th at 9 pm EST. For those who've never been in a Twitter chat before, just hop on your favorite Twit-app and search for #ImAnIntern and make sure you include the hashtag in your replies. You can also start posting questions right here!
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Danny Cox
Hey everybody, I'm looking find a few Gen Y blogs to draw inspiration from. Any recommendations from my fellow Millenial bloggers?
143 weeks ago from I am Gen Y
Danny Cox:
Awesome. Thanks for your help Sarah- I look forward to some new, great perspectives from some new sources!
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Benjamin Kuker
For everyone that uses Twitter, what are your strategies for list building that don't include auto-follow spam?
Danny Cox:
That, and participate in the communities the people you're looking for are participating in.
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Nathan Snell:
Consistently write tweets that add value for the people I am trying to reach and are aligned with the objectives I want to achieve.
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Elysa Rice
silliness: Gen Y Grad Sues College Because She Can’t Get Job http://bit.ly/2i2Pt
143 weeks ago from I am Gen Y
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Your job search is your persoanl choice even if you change course. This is why I hate helicoptor parents.
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Danny Cox
I think the lifestream on the homepage is great! however, it would be nice to have 2 featured blog columns (on either side) for more blogs
Ryan Paugh:
It was difficult for us to limit the blogs. They're important to us too! We're going to be having James (our editor) update more frequently.
143 weeks ago
143 weeks ago
Andrew Parkes
Question 2: What holds you back on a day-to-day basis from moving closer to your Dream?
Josh Thomas:
I'm in the same boat as Ryan and Danny. I still haven't seen why something can't be done. If I can't do it, someone else can and will.
143 weeks ago
143 weeks ago
Bryon Ownby:
For me, being to considerate for other people's feelings and not wanting to "rock the boat". However, I just did last night!
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