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Professionalism Networking/Connecting Internships

Professionalism Networking/Connecting Internships. TWU Internships & Experiential Learning Pioneer Center for Student Excellence Blagg-Huey Library, Suite 220 Kurt Krause kkrause5@twu.edu (940) 898-4105. Definition.

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Professionalism Networking/Connecting Internships

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  1. ProfessionalismNetworking/ConnectingInternships

  2. TWU Internships & Experiential LearningPioneer Center for Student ExcellenceBlagg-Huey Library, Suite 220Kurt Krause kkrause5@twu.edu (940) 898-4105

  3. Definition “The conduct, aims, or qualities that characterize or mark a profession or a professional person” (Merriam-Webster)

  4. What is Professionalism? • Conduct • Honest, compassionate, helpful • Communication • Appropriate, Respectful • Character • Considerate of others

  5. What is Professionalism? • Appearance • Proper attire, well-groomed, confident • Competency • Prepared, knowledgeable • Commitment • Accountable, responsible, reliable

  6. What is Professionalism? • It is more than a “state of mind”! • Knowledge, Skills and Abilities • Find a mentor! • People want to help . . . • Lifelong Learning • Online, books, seminars, groups

  7. Networking What percentage of job opportunities are ever posted before being filled? Only 20-30% of all jobs are ever posted!

  8. Networking How much time does the average job seeker spend searching online? 70-80% of time spent online using Monster, Career Builder, Indeed, etc.

  9. Networking “Path of Least Resistance”

  10. Networking “ Showing up is 80 percent of life.” “(Sometimes it’s easier to hide at home in bed.)” --Woody Allen (1977 August 21, New York Times)

  11. Networking On-campus (Student Life): • Student Organizations • Greek Life • Intramural Sports • Student Government Association • Career Events Volunteer

  12. Networking(cont.) Off-campus: • Professional Organizations • Internships • Informational Interviews • Job Shadowing • Volunteer

  13. LinkedIn World’s largest Professional Network • 313 million members worldwide • 100 million members in the U.S. • 39 million students and recent college graduates (fastest growing demographic)

  14. LinkedIn World’s largest Professional Network • Executives from ALL Fortune 500 companies are members • U.S. Corporate Talent Solutions are used by 94 of the Fortune 100 companies https://www.linkedin.com

  15. Internship • WORK + ACADEMICS = INTERNSHIP • Related to your field of study • Supervised by a professional • About learning as well as doing • One or more semesters in length

  16. Why do an Internship? It’s What Employers Want! • #1 Most Important Factor Considered!

  17. Some Stats • 67% of new grads with internship experience get full-time offers (NACE) • 42% offer higher salaries (internships.com) • 85% of companies use internships to recruit for full-time workers (Monster.com)

  18. Career Clarity “Now that I’ve interned, I know I want to be a ___________!” “I thought I wanted to be a ___________, but now I know I don’t!”

  19. Paid vs. Unpaid Although some internships are unpaid, TWU strives to promote paid opportunities for its students.

  20. Obtaining an Internship • Begin looking early and often • Map out skills needed for your field of study • Consider multiple internships prior to graduation

  21. Obtaining an Internship • Internship Websites—consider jobs outside of DFW • Informational Interviews/Job Shadowing • Federal Government: • U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) • Hispanic Association of Colleges and Employers (HACU)

  22. 300+ positions posted! Coming Soon! Searchable online database Easier application processes Email/Text alerts for postings On-campus recruitment Internship Workshops

  23. http://www.twu.edu/pioneer-center/internships.asp

  24. Starting Your Career Path Career Services (HDB 200): • Career Counseling and Testing • Resume Help • Cover Letter Help • Professional References • Interview Preparation • Career/Internship Fairs/Expos

  25. Reference Letters • Provide plenty of time • Offer to provide a draft • Research sample reference letters • Don’t be modest • Don’t exaggerate • Scan and email

  26. TWU Internships & Experiential LearningPioneer Center for Student ExcellenceBlagg-Huey Library, Suite 220Kurt Krause kkrause5@twu.edu (940) 898-4105

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