1. Resources for Finding an Internship Sophomore Connection September 29, 2009

2. Career Center Connector (C3) (apply online for interviews) Career and Internship Fairs Fall Career Expo Sept 30 2-6 p.m. Michigan Union Over 50% want interns! International Opportunities Fair Oct 22 2-6 p.m., Michigan Union Winter Career Expo Jan 20 2-6 p.m., Michigan Union Career Center Job Search Links by Industry Career Center Library Resources Internship Programs and Events NYA, PSIP, Immersion Excursions One-on-one Career Counseling Optimal Resume Practice Interviews UM Career Center www.careercenter.umich.edu 3200 Student Activities Bldg www.careercenter.umich.edu

3. Additional Resources for Learning About Fields and Finding an Internship Alumni Association InCircle (http://alumni.umich.edu/networking-tools/social- networking/inCircle)http://alumni.umich.edu/networking-tools/social- networking/inCircle Alumni Mentors (http://alumni.umich.edu/networking- tools/mentoring-program/find-a-mentor)http://alumni.umich.edu/networking- tools/mentoring-program/find-a-mentor For networking and mentorships only, but a great resource for learning about fields and career paths Student Groups (AIESEC, ASB, Quito Project, Atraves, etc) Maize Pages (http://www.msa.umich.edu)http://www.msa.umich.edu International Center (www.internationalcenter.umich.edu)www.internationalcenter.umich.edu International opportunities

4. Steps & Strategies for Your Internship Search 1. Develop Your Internship or Job Goals 2. Prepare a Resume and Learn to Write Cover Letters 3. Use Multiple Resources to Identify Internships 4. Apply for Positions from October through May 5. Interview For more information about the Internship Search, contact The Career Center: 3200 Student Activities Building, 764-7460, careercenter@umich.edu, www.careercenter.umich.edu

5. How to Get Credit for Your Internship 1. If you are declared concentrator, you may register for the internship class in your academic departments have set up special courses for internship credit. 2. Comm, English, PitE, German, Math, PolSci, Romance Lang, SAC & Soc have internship classes. 3. History, History of Art, Linguistics, Org Studies, Psychology and the RC offer experiential, practicum, or independent study credit for internships. 4. Check with your department for details.

6. UC 225: Undergraduate Internship 1. New this fall 2. For undeclared students and students whose academic departments don’t offer internship credit 3. 1 credit, credit/no credit 4. Apply through Career Center Connector (C3) 5. Register at beginning of internship 6. Receive credit upon completion of 5-6 page essay and supervisor’s evaluation

7. The Top 20 “skills” employers seek in candidates 1.Communication Skills - verbal and written 2. Honesty/Integrity 3. Interpersonal Skills - relates well to others 4. Strong work ethic 5. Teamwork Skills 6. Analytical Skills 7. Motivation/initiative 8. Flexibility/Adaptability 9. Computer Skills 10. Detail-Oriented 11. Leadership Skills 12. Organizational Skills 13. Self-Confidence 14. Friendly/Out-going Personality 15. Tactfulness 16. Well Mannered/Polite 17. GPA (3.0 or better) 18. Creativity 19. Entrepreneurial Skills/Risk-Taker 20. Sense of Humor (National Association of Colleges & Employers, 2007)

8. Selected Upcoming Internship Deadlines Michigan in Washington Program (MIW) (Friday, Oct 2) Public Service Internship Program (PSIP) (Friday, Oct 2) Creative Arts Internship Program (Sunday, Nov 15) U.S. Dept of State Internship Program (Sunday, Nov 1) Global Intercultural Exchange Program (Thursday, Nov 5) Minority Health & Health Disparities International Training Program (MHIRT) (Friday, Nov 18) UM Development Summer Internship Program (DSIP) (mid-January) Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) (mid-February)