Finding Jobs and Internships/Co-ops

Page address: http://www.mnsu.edu/cdc/students/jobs_and_internships/finding_jobs_and_internships_coops.html

"If opportunity doesn't knock, build a door."
- Milton Berle -

Networking, hands-down, is the number one way of finding jobs and internships across all fields.

In the 21st century, networking is connecting with others on LinkedIn.com, setting up informational interviews over the phone halfway around the country, or Skyping with a contact at 7:00pm. We use different methods to connect, but at the end of the day, employers still want to hire people they know will do a good job, have a great reputation, and can work well with others. So, what does this all mean?

Tip: Spend about 80% of your job search making connections, talking to others, attending fairs and events, joining professional organizations, and attending conferences — where you have face to face interaction with employers. Spend the other 20% online finding and applying to positions.