Shriver Center Tip of the Week from InternMatch
5 Things You MUST DO Before Leaving Your Summer Internship
Written by Will Barbour
Wouldn't it be tragic to leave your summer internship saying, “Man, I
wish I had done (fill in the blank).” That’s why you need to have a
checklist during your hectic final week to remember to do these 5
important things.
See "Final Week Checklist" flyer below for a document that allows you to check off these activities as you go through the week.
1) Hand-write thank you notes to everyone at work. Writing thank you
notes is an incredibly effective way to communicate. A hand-written
letter is more personal than an online message. People will keep the
note and think of you whenever they come across it. Studies show that
thank you notes will also help you reflect on your experience and
appreciate the people you've worked with.
2) Set up meetings with at least 5 people in your office. Show them your
appreciation for what they taught you and how they encouraged you. Ask
for their feedback on your personal and professional development so you
can continue to grow as you return to school.
3) Meet with the people you met outside your office who work at
different companies. Tell your new friends that you plan on staying in
contact with them through social media. You never know when you will
want to reach out to them about a certain job or other arising
opportunity.
4) Write about your experience in your school newspaper or in a blog. Give back to your company by helping them recruit for next summer.
Potential future interns and the recruiters at your company will thank
you and remember you for writing an excellent post detailing what you
learned and how you grew this summer.
5) Set up a Google Alert for the company you work for so you can receive
updates about them when you're back at school. Shoot them a message
every couple of weeks complimenting them whenever they have success.
This will remind them of who you are and let them know that you're
passionate about the company. Even if you wouldn't choose to work for
them in the future, you may end up being in a situation where it's your
best option. A Google Alert will also allow you to know when you're
company is hiring so you can be the first to apply.
Article found at: http://www.internmatch.com/blog/5-things-you-must-do-before-leaving-your-summer-internship-a-checklist
Wouldn't it be tragic to leave your summer internship saying, “Man, I
wish I had done (fill in the blank).” That’s why you need to have a
checklist during your hectic final week to remember to do these 5
important things.
See "Final Week Checklist" flyer below for a document that allows you to check off these activities as you go through the week.
1) Hand-write thank you notes to everyone at work. Writing thank you
notes is an incredibly effective way to communicate. A hand-written
letter is more personal than an online message. People will keep the
note and think of you whenever they come across it. Studies show that
thank you notes will also help you reflect on your experience and
appreciate the people you've worked with.
2) Set up meetings with at least 5 people in your office. Show them your
appreciation for what they taught you and how they encouraged you. Ask
for their feedback on your personal and professional development so you
can continue to grow as you return to school.
3) Meet with the people you met outside your office who work at
different companies. Tell your new friends that you plan on staying in
contact with them through social media. You never know when you will
want to reach out to them about a certain job or other arising
opportunity.
4) Write about your experience in your school newspaper or in a blog. Give back to your company by helping them recruit for next summer.
Potential future interns and the recruiters at your company will thank
you and remember you for writing an excellent post detailing what you
learned and how you grew this summer.
5) Set up a Google Alert for the company you work for so you can receive
updates about them when you're back at school. Shoot them a message
every couple of weeks complimenting them whenever they have success.
This will remind them of who you are and let them know that you're
passionate about the company. Even if you wouldn't choose to work for
them in the future, you may end up being in a situation where it's your
best option. A Google Alert will also allow you to know when you're
company is hiring so you can be the first to apply.
Mark off all 5 items on this checklist during your final week and you'll
leave your summer internship smiling, with no regrets.
leave your summer internship smiling, with no regrets.
