This week I am talking about how to find an internship in Memphis. Whenever I started looking it was a daunting task, but it really isn’t all that terribly hard if you know what to do. First you should talk with your advisor. Personally, my advisor in the journalism department will send out several intern postings a week to her advisees. Your advisor will definitely know what’s going on in the area and can help you pick out something that works with what you are trying to learn. Next, make a LinkedIn profile. LinkedIn is an amazing resource for both future employees and employers. It’s basically just another way for you to get your name and resume out there. Don’t forget to connect your profile with the journalism departments as well because they also post internships and job openings regularly. Third make a profile with Memphis eRecruiting site. Through that I have received calls for interviews and an internship with International Paper. It also has a place where you can search for internships or jobs and narrow it down by state and town. Finally, attend career fairs. This is a great way to make face-to-face contact with people who could potentially hire you. Don’t forget to bring several resume copies and to dress professionally.
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Erin Willis, Ph.D.Assistant Professor at the University of Memphis. Loves news. Loves food. Loves Pugs. And now, loves Memphis basketball. Go Tigers, Gooooo! Archives
April 2015
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