How to Use This Guide

If you want to have a taste of the working world before graduation, or wish to try out a particular industry or company after you graduate, internships are a good choice for you. Here’s a preview of what this guide contains.

01 Aiming for an internship

There are many benefits to taking up internships while studying, and even after graduation. This section tackles why you should take one, where you can find opportunities and how to get the right one for yourself.

02 Applying for internships

Want to get an internship, but don’t know where to start? Then this section is for you, covering all you need to know about the recruitment process. From the documents you’ll need to submit (such as resumes and cover letters) to utilising LinkedIn to the fullest, learn how to present yourself to prospective employers as the intern they’re looking for!

03 Acing the internship interview

What’s the next step after a potential employer calls and invites you to an interview? What new challenges will present themselves during your interview? When you land an internship, what do you do next?

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Industry sectors

It’s important to have an idea of the different industry sectors out there. By looking into the background of each one, you’ll be able to get a sense of which fields are the most suitable for your skill sets, personality and career goals.

AIMING FOR AN INTERNSHIP

While internships are a great way to gain relevant knowledge, experience and skills, they also allow you to dip your feet in the pool and discover whether the field is truly something you can see yourself working in.

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