The Internship Advantage: Get Real-World Job Experience to Launch Your Career

Landing the right internship in one's field can be a stressful and time-consuming undertaking. For both the student and the adult looking to change careers, this book offers essential insider information. It covers:

- Internships in every field, including volunteer, study, and work opportunities, as well as ways to teach abroad
- How to select and secure an internship in a competitive market
- How to find an internship that fits one's schedule, abilities, and interests
- What employers are really looking for in potential interns
- How to assess personal strengths and work them into a resumé - The five biggest interview mistakes
- DOs and DON'Ts for making the most of one's time on the job
- What to do if an internship turns out to be less than perfect
- How to use internship experiences for future career success