What could I gain from an internship?
- Practical, marketable skills
- Increased likelihood of a job offer after graduation
- Expanded professional network, including potential references for future job applications
How can I tell if an internship opportunity is worthwhile?
Some internships will be more valuable for your long-term education and career growth than others. Here are some attributes of good internship programs that you should look for:
- Assigned supervisor who will work closely with you
- Substantive assignments and responsibilities
- Periodic evaluations of your work
- Reputable company/organization with a track record of preparing their interns for success
How do I increase my chances of getting an internship?
- Start looking early; December, January, and February is when many summer internship opportunities are advertised
- Seek letters of recommendation early from professors and other mentors.
- Polish your resume, LinkedIn, and Handshake profiles. Free help available here!
- Attend the STEM Career Fair each Fall and Winter semester.
Where should I look for internships?
- Government lab internships (link to separate page)
- University internships (link to separate page)
- Industry internships (link to separate page)
- AIP, APS, AAS, ASA internship databases
- Direct searches on LinkedIn, Indeed, Google, etc.
- BYU alumni
- Other internships that BYU students have done
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