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Preparing for the internship search

Before and during your search for an internship, you need to be doing much more than just sending in applications blindly to every internship listing you see online. Read more below to learn what you can be doing to maximize your chances of being hired.

How to prepare

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Write and review your resume

Writing and reviewing your resume is a must for people seeking an internship. ASU's Career Services has compiled a page of resources to help guide you in this step of your search.

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Make connections

Making connections gives you more opportunities to learn about open internship positions. Most jobs are filled by candidates who have been referred by another employee. To learn how to better develop a professional network, ASU's Career Services has created a short video explainer.

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Practice for your next interview

Preparation is essential for acing your next interview. Answering common questions and solving common technical evaluations are important for making the right impression. ASU's Career Services has created a guide to help you prepare for your interviews.

Ready to get started searching for your next internship?