Jobs and Internships
Although it’s not even 2008, many students are already thinking ahead to job and internship possibilities for next summer. National statistics show that 90 percent of graduating college students complete one internship, while 67 percent do two or more. Internships provide valuable career exploration, professional skills, networking, and even opportunities for future employment, says Pam Garcia-Rivera, internship coordinator with College of Letters and Science/School of Human Ecology Career Services.
Students should treat the internship application process in the same way as applying for a professional job, using a resume and cover letter.
“It’s never too early or too late to get started,” says Garcia-Rivera, who recommends that L&S and Human Ecology students work directly with her office, while undeclared students visit the Exploration Center in the Cross-College Advising Service.
Students working during the summer to help finance their UW–Madison education can also bolster their own academic credentials by finding jobs in their projected career range, working hard to assume responsibility and problem-solving roles.
To learn more about campus resources available to students seeking jobs
or internships, as well as opportunities to conduct research, volunteer, or
access leadership opportunities on campus, visit the “Out-of-Class
Learning” section of the Parent Program Web site
or contact Parent Program staff.