Congrats Yellow Jackets for securing a spot in the ACC Championship game! Perseverance, hard work and lots of practice have paid off for the football team and it can pay off for you too. It seems to me that football and job searching are really quite similar. Students searching for an internship need to follow the same principles as our winning football team. Get your head in the game and show up ready to play.
First you need the right equipment. Build a resume during your student career that showcases your star talent. Get involved in student life at through clubs, volunteering, professional groups or with any of the many activities here at GT. Create a cover letter that highlights your accomplishments and how you will be a benefit to the company.
Study your playbook. Start your research early. Find out what companies are out there in the big wide world and identify which ones would you actually like to work for and where they’re located. Use the library’s free employer databases, register on P2D2 and Career Buzz to search job openings.
Next, practice your position. Network with other students, friends, and at the many networking opportunities GT provides. Set up a LinkedIn Account, register with the alumni directory, attend employer information sessions and career fairs.
Execute the play! Polish your interviewing skills. Practice interviewing by having your friends ask you sample interview questions. Learn to talk about your experiences in and out of the classroom. Schedule a mock interview and practice practice practice.
Go for the extra point. After the interview be sure to follow up with the recruiter. Send a thank you note the following day. Make sure you mention all the reasons you’re a great fit for the job.
Touchdown! Land that internship.
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