We're in the midst of Finals, getting everything ready to go home, abroad, or get new housing for next semester...and the cherry on the cake is finding a new internship. For me it's time to enter the Real World series and find my new job because I am a (very, extremely) recent graduate of American University. Where can you turn to for information on your next job?
- Career Center Website- I check their lists of Jobs & Internships at least eight times a day now. Apply to some jobs that you may not have thought about but still may interest you, it could open new doors. And remember to check the listings from the day before because some get added much later.
- Adviser- I met with my Career Center Adviser the Spring of my Sophomore year to secure this Internship that I started in March. I knew I was going abroad but wanted to do this once I got back, so we researched the Department of Justice website until we found a list of places I could apply. In November while on my patio overlooking the Vatican in Rome (shameless plug...bellissima!) I e-mailed all the contacts and had a phone interview while I was there.
- Activities- If you worked with off-campus organizations during your time at AU contact them to see if they need any help. One of the first people I talked to was the American Cancer Society representative that helped us with Relay for Life in April (plug 2- join the AU team! Great experience!)
- Professors- Talk to them after class a few times, especially adjuncts! They will either know of hiring in their offices or other people in the city that are looking for help. Then just remember to thank them and pass the Final.
- Friends- Super important! Friends can connect you with jobs or internships they just had, and they'll know firsthand when things are opening up or their boss may ask them if they know anyone for next semester.
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