4 Steps to a Great Internship

Hooray, you’ve scored the internship that will advance your career! After the excitement settles, you may experience a mix of anticipation and fear of the unknown. You’re new to the workforce, so we understand the novice jitters. However, don’t let them stop you from getting the most out of these valuable opportunities. Take it from our latest intern, Natalia Szalay, whom we were delighted to work with. Today, she is sharing her experience to inspire and encourage you as you enter the workplace. Here are some tips and tricks on how you can rock your internship!

LEARN

The first and most crucial step is coming prepared to learn. Especially when entering a new field, there can be a lot of apprehension and uneasiness about having little to no experience. Fear not! A willingness to learn and ask questions allows you to glean knowledge, both from industry practices and the seasoned expertise of your mentors.

DO

While building your confidence in the workplace, try not to shy away from experiencing all aspects of your role. Understanding the ins and outs of administrative tasks may not be your ultimate goal, but demonstrating this understanding can lead to more significant opportunities. This was true for Natalia as she worked from assisting in digitizing files to engaging with clients. Talk about a resume booster!

MAKE A DIFFERENCE

Internships not only provide invaluable experience for the intern, but these opportunities also allow employees to prioritize vital tasks, including establishing a collaborative workflow. Rising
to the challenge, you can make a lasting difference that extends beyond the time of your internship. Through Natalia’s experience, she was able to return to the office and help out during the winter break while some of our team members were out of the office for the holidays. Her positive impact still resonates with our group to this day. (Thank you again, Natalia!)

HELP OTHERS

Like a willingness to learn, entering with a can-do attitude will bring you tremendous opportunities. As Natalia encourages, don’t be afraid to put yourself out there and seek opportunities. Offering your support to your colleagues allows you to develop soft skills, such as problem-solving and leadership, that you can carry with you to any position.

Securing an internship is a great way to begin your career. By utilizing these tips, you’ll be able to make the most of your time and energy as you pave the way to a rewarding career. You never know; rocking your internship maylead to the job offer of your dreams.