Özyeğin University, Çekmeköy Campus Nişantepe District, Orman Street, 34794 Çekmeköy - İSTANBUL
Phone : +90 (216) 564 90 00
Fax : +90 (216) 564 99 99
E-mail: info@ozyegin.edu.tr
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Internship Search Timeline
Internship Search Timeline
Internship Search Timeline
BEFORE BEGINNING YOUR SEARCH TAKE TIME FOR
Self-Discovery
- What interests, skills, and talents do you want to use, improve, or develop in your internship?
- What career paths do you want to explore with your major?
Exploring Your Options
- Schedule informational meetings with faculty members to learn about your field of interest
- Find out when the "hiring season" is for your chosen industry and adjust your plans and expectations accordingly
- Review internship listings on LinkProfessional as well as other job search sites, specific to your industry; identify specific skill sets and desired qualifications for listings that interest you
- Schedule an appointment with a career consultant to discuss your individual options and plan
3-6 MONTHS BEFORE YOU WANT TO INTERN
- Create a resume and cover letter and have them reviewed during by one of our consultants
- Upload your resume to LinkProfessional for review and approval
- Identify what kind of internship you are looking for (e.g. location, industry, paid/unpaid, credit/non-credit, etc.)
- Speak with professors and Professional Development consultants about your career interests and seek their professional advice
- Identify specific organizations or businesses to target and find out about their internship application deadlines
- Consider your financial needs
- Participate in Professional Development’s events such as Sectoral Orienteering, on-campus interviews, mock interviews, seminars and panels, workshops, etc. to improve your skills and connect with employers
2-3 MONTHS BEFORE
- Review the Internships For Credit information to determine if you want to register your internship for academic credit; Meet with your academic advisor to determine if you have elective(s) available; Complete the appropriate paperwork BEFORE the semester begins!
- Create a target list of 10-20 organizations or companies that fit your interests; Talk to your professors about your internship plans and begin networking
- Create a LinkedIn account and join alumni groups to connect with alumni in your industry
- If necessary, prepare images, a design portfolio and a digital portfolio to present to employers
- Access LinkProfessional: review postings weekly (check the LinkProfessional FAQ for answers to your questions
- Begin applying for internship postings (including on-campus interviews) on LinkProfessional - be aware of deadlines!
1-2 MONTHS BEFORE
- Continue applying for internship postings (including on-campus interviews) on LinkProfessional and other industry-related sites, as well as, directly reviewing and contacting employers on your target list – and keep a record of your applications so you can follow up
- Review interviewing tips and attend a workshop or mock interview to improve your skills
- Remember to always send a thank you note after each interview
- If you are registering your internship for academic credit, begin the registration and approval process
DURING THE INTERNSHIP
- Consider resources to help you maximize your internship, visit website like Quintessential Careers, The Savvy Intern, and WorkItDaily
- Focus on job priorities and take initiative; always come prepared and never be without a notebook and pen!
- Seek feedback and support; find a mentor and utilize any knowledge/expertise they are willing to share
- Build and maintain your professional network during and after your internship (Hint: LinkedIn is a great way to easily stay connected post internship).