Why is it important to have an internship?

With the economy as it is, most recent graduates are finding it harder to find jobs in their fields. There are very few Entry-level positions available. For many individuals who will be competing for these jobs, their college education is a good advantage. However education alone is not enough; experience is essential. So it is important to have a plan in place. Internships provide the experience needed to land that position. Hiring managers who see an applicant with internships know that they the applicants have the experience and they have conducted themselves in a professional matter.

Managers see that these individuals will require less training to be up to speed. Even if an intern is unable to secure a permanent position they can ask for a letter of recommendation or contact phone number to use as a tool to find work. And if an internship program is at a prestigious company, many employers view them much more favorably. Therefore it adds an extra edge. Indeed, those who have internships with highly publicized businesses will be seen as the best of the best. This can be a difference in finding a job right after school.

It has been six months since you have been laid off from your last job.
You have been searching everywhere. Now you think all hope is lost.
Instead of trying more to find a job, you go into an eating binge;
staying at home all day crying your eyes out while watching Oprah. Ok,
so it may sound a little far fetched, however for some Americans it not
far from the truth.
Instead of being down spirited, try the opposite by being positive and
enthusiaistic. Being positive not only helps you have a more winning
atitidude when searching for a job, but also provides you with a sense
of confidence that can help you when you are being interviewed.
Employers love a person who exudes confidence. It tells them that you
believe in yourself and you are capable of doing any task that may come
your way.
You may be reading this and wonder how can I become more optimistic,
with the economy being this bad. Here and here’s the answer; grab a pad
and paper and write down these words.
I am good person who is capable of getting tasks done.

I can get a job and I make it work for me.

I am a strong individual will not let any negativity or sadness deter me from getting a job.

Say these words once in the mirror every morning when you get up and at night before you go to sleep. Envision yourself getting that job you are seeking- if you can imagine it, you can achieve it. This will gear your mind into a more positive mood and will allow you to channel your energy to obtain the job you have been seeking.

Straight Up Career Tips:

People always ask me for my best career advice.  I tell them strategy

and planning play a huge part in your success in the work place.

Organize yourself by utilizing the following tips and you will be on

your way to the top!

Tip- “Create a Career Plan.”

Sit down and envision where you see your career taking you and then put

it down on paper.  This is a very important step because it enables you

to evaluate your goals at a later date. Carefully detail the field you

wish to work in and the title you want to hold, with as much

information as possible.

“If you can dream- you can become it.”

Tip- “Research your Career Path.”

Explore the steps you need to take to be successful at your career.  Do

you need to go to school and get a certain degree?  Would an internship

be beneficial?  Is there a certain geographic area that is more

beneficial for your success? For example, as an actor, you are more

likely to get work in Los Angeles, CA than in Seattle, WA. Find this

information online, through books at the library or just by asking

people you know.

“Do your homework!”

Tip- “Get in touch with others who have been successful in your chosen career path”

Ask your friends, family and teachers if they know anyone who can give

you some sound advice on how they achieved their goals in your chosen

profession. Then reach out to those individuals and ask them their

opinions on the best path to success in that particular career.

“Follow the leaders.”

Tip- “Be Patient”

Finding your career path can take some time.  Things don’t always

happen in our time frame.  The best thing we can do is be patient and

keep trying to succeed.  Understanding that sometimes we need to take a

small step backwards to take two giant leaps forward is key.

“Good things come to those who wait.”

Tip- “Have a positive outlook.”

Being enthusiastic is essential in any task in life- most especially in

finding your career path! When things are not going our way, we need to

look at it as an opportunity to evaluate our goals. Sometimes we need

to go that extra mile to be upbeat, but the rewards are far greater.

“Put on a happy face.”

So last week I did a resume for someone who commented that she didnt want to play up the fact that she had an MBA because: Having an MBA is not as important as it was before the financial crisis.

When i probed more deeply I realized that many job seekers at her level have been coming up against the “Overqualifed” argument in their job hunts. Employers discount certain candidates citing the fact that they “may leave the job if they get a better offer”. And to that I say: DUH! No kidding.

However, as an employer, if I can get someone who can bring more expertise to the job then I would normally be able to afford, due to the economy, I am thrilled. And to those who say the employee may leave when the economy gets better, I say: not necessarilly. On that note- if the economy gets better, I may be able to reward the employee financially. Also, if an employee is HAPPY at their job, and they feel rewarded in other ways then they may Not want to leave.