Internships, internships, internships. That seems to be the answer to life's problems this week. We've had two separate programs/speakers on campus in the past week and both have highly encouraged getting an internship. Why are internships so important?


Amber, a business recruiter, came to campus and explained that having an internship on your resume immediately makes it stand out. Many jobs require 1-5 years of experience for applicants. Well, as a college grad just entering the job market how can you find work? Who will take a chance on you? Amber explained that having a resume under your belt will count as that one year experience. It shows that you've been in the "real business world". You understand how it works, and employers will be quicker to hire.


With all the buzz about internships I went and talked to James McEwen, internship coordinator here at the college. He explained that by having an internship on your resume, you are showing recruiters and businesses that you have made an effort to seek real business experience. He stressed that any time is a good time to get an internship, but your junior or senior year is the ideal time.


Well, I guess that means it's time to get it together. I talked with Dan Falk about internship opportunities for communication majors and he has a lot of opportunities and helpful tools for students seeking internships.


Get out there and get an internship, people!