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How do I apply for the Intern For A Day Opportunity at UGA?
Applying for the Intern For A Day is a very simple process. You just need to follow the steps listed below.
Overview of the Intern For A Day Application Process
One of the key features of The University of Georgia Career Center’s
Intern For A Day program is its flexibility both for students and employers.
Fall semester visits occur from mid-October through the first week of January. Spring semester visits will occur any time late February
through the end of May. Students will attend an orientation session and
submit their applications and resumes via e-mail. A Career Center
Selection Committee will collect student applications and
match students with interested host organizations based on mutual
career interests and availability.
How do I participate?
- Attend an orientation session: During this orientation session, we will
discuss a multitude of issues ranging from expectations to what you
should wear to the employer visit. In addition, you will sign a
waiver to participate in the program. Orientation sessions will be
offered:
| Monday |
September 22 |
4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
Student Learning Center - Room 148 |
| Wednesday |
September 24 |
4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
Student Learning Center - Room 148 |
| Monday |
September 29 |
4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
Student Learning Center - Room 148 |
| Tuesday |
September 30 |
5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. |
Student Learning Center - Room 150 |
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You must RSVP to extern@uga.edu in order to reserve your spot at an orientation session.
*Important: Do not e-mail your application and resume until after you attend an orientation session.
- Please click here to download your application in Micrsoft Word format. The application will give you the opportunity to explain your interest
in the Intern For A Day Program and to state your availability and host
organization preferences. When completing the application, be sure to
think about the following questions:
A. Why do you want to participate in the Intern For A Day program?
B. What do you hope to gain or learn from participating in the Intern For A Day program?
Save your application and e-mail it along with your resume to extern@uga.edu with the subject heading "Student Application."
For a list of past host organizations, please click here.
The
deadline for submitting your application and resume is Friday, October
3, 2008 at 5:00pm. No applications or resumes will be accepted after
this date!
OK, I applied ... What Next?
If you are chosen to Intern For A Day, you will receive an e-mail from
the Career Center which provides you with your assigned host
organization and contact information. You are responsible for contacting your host organization to arrange a time and date to conduct your visit! Choose a time and date which is convenient for both you and your host
organization. Fall visit dates are flexible and should occur any time
between October 20, 2008 and early January, 2009. Don’t forget to inquire
about dress and ask for directions!
Research the Organization!
Research the organization prior to your visit! A guide for researching employers may be found at the following address:
http://www.career.uga.edu/multimedia/EmployerResearchOutline.pdf
What if I am not chosen?
Intern For A Day
opportunities are in limited supply, so there is a chance that you may
not be selected. However, the Career Center is here to help you develop
a strategy by which you set up your own Intern For A Day opportunity. Feel
free to contact your Career Consultant (542-3375) to discuss setting up
an Intern For A Day or informational interviewing opportunity within your
area of interest.
WHAT DO I DO AFTER THE INTERN FOR A DAY?
Within 1 week after participating in your Intern For A Day opportunity, you should prepare and send a 'Thank You Note.' This is an essential part of business/work place etiquette. In addition, you will want to complete our Intern For A Day evaluation.
The form will provide feedback for us on the Intern For A Day experience.
Finally, you will want to reconcile this opportunity with your future
career plans. Do you want to do another Intern For A Day? What kind of
insights did you learn about an internship or even a full-time job
search? Remember, Intern For A Day opportunities are designed to give you a
head start on your career. |