Discover One That Fits Your Needs
Internships come in all shapes and sizes. Some are paid and some are unpaid. Some last for a summer while others continue through the school year. A variety of internships are available to students in high school or college. Although many internships are local, others offer employment abroad.
How to Start Your Search
Start finding the right internship for you by answering these questions:
- What interests you? Do you like photography? Flying? Scientific research? Computers?
- What kind of internship are you looking for? Do you want to work during the summer or the school year?
- Do you need to earn money or could you work for free?
- What do you want out of an internship? If you’d like experience in the legal field, your search should start with law firms, not retail outlets.
Use a Variety of Resources
Employers often advertise internship positions in schools. Ask your high school counselor about these opportunities. You might also find internships through a school club. And don't forget family and friends — your friend's accountant mom might offer you work that gets you started on the road to a career. The Internet also provides a wealth of resources, including the ones listed below. Be sure to thoroughly research any organization before participating in its program.
- www.internshipprograms.com lets you browse by employer, field, date and location.
- www.goabroad.com/intern-abroad shows opportunities in different countries.
- www.idealist.org allows you to search for internships at nonprofits such as environmental groups.
- www.volunteerinternational.org lists volunteer opportunities abroad.
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