Internship Opportunities

Yifan Dong
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
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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
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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.
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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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What could you 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