How to find an internship in LA

Most students at USC or UCLA make time to balance their academic and social lives, as while as have part-time internships during the semester. Finding an internship can be intimidating and daunting at first. However, there are several resources you can use to help you through this process!

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• A reliable Career Planning and Placement counselor
• A subscription to Monstertrak
• A flexible class schedule
• Contacts/connections
• A solid resume
• A car

1. First, when setting up your schedule make sure to space out your class times. Try to leave between 4-6 hours free, two days a week. This way you can be flexible when applying for internships and be available when needed.

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   Next, contact your Career Planning and Placement center on campus. Ask them about upcoming internship fairs or contacts/leads they may have.

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   If that doesn't work, sign onto monstertrak.com and set up an account. Use their search features to find an internship specific to your location, major, and qualifications.

4. Compile all your information onto a 1-page resume. If you are confused on how to go about this, look online for standard formats. Don't try to be too creative- a more professional and traditional looks is key.

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   One you've applied for several jobs, wait to hear back for interviews. Remember- always be polite and don't expect to be paid!