Since pretty much all of my friends started interning this summer, the topic has been on my mind. I’ve thought a lot about what jobs companies should assign to interns that will teach the interns, help the company in the short and long term, and build mentorships. Some companies treat their interns extremely well (my friend at google got a free massage on his birthday, … Continue reading Quick Link: Intern Magazine
College students, by and large, are interning away this summer. We’ve discussed what to wear at length but I wanted to give some tips about how to get the most out of your internship and how to leave the best impression. I’m no expert but there are a few easy things you can do to make your summer work much more valuable. 1. Add your … Continue reading Internship Tips
I think I’ve reached the point in my life where I need business cards. I don’t actually work for any businesses, at least on a paid basis, so they’re more like calling cards. I remember reading historical fiction books where boys would drop their cards at the girl’s house. Safe to say that won’t be happening to me. I’ve decided to make two versions of … Continue reading In Business
Complaining about commuting may be the oldest story in the book. Even the hunter gatherers must have dreaded the long treks across the terrain in search of their daily bread. I commute to an unpaid internship, which shows you how far humanity has truly come… While the subway ride is long (2 hour round trip)and sometimes very crowded, my favorite part of the trip is … Continue reading Goodreads
If you have a summer internship that pays money, you are very lucky. If you have one with airconditioning, you’re fortunate. If you have one you can wear pajamas to, I envy you enormously. I would never wear pajamas outside of the house but I’d still like some comfort. My summertime uniform emphasizes cotton, shorts, light oxfords, and flip flops. Blouses and flats can be … Continue reading Working Girl
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