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I'm an international student. What do I do for an internship?

I am an international student in Nursing program. What should I do first if I want an internship/volunteer in a hospital? It is hard to get around in this field. #nursing

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Daniela’s Answer

Hi Mandy,


Here it is some tips:




  • Polish you LinkedIn profile and reach out to every professional you can find. Schedule informational interviews so you can meet face-to-face with recruiters, and let your personality, dedication, and work ethic show.




  • Consider garnering experience by working somewhere like a group home, hospice, an elder care facility, or a correctional facility.




  • Networking is crucial to any career, and the medical field is no exception. Whether you keep in touch with your best friend’s mom, join organizations, or hang out in the lounge with well-connected upperclassmen, do what you can to make a good impression and ask lots of questions.




  • Unlike internships, there isn’t a great deal of competition for volunteer positions. Nevertheless, working for an organization like the Red Cross is a good-looking résumé item, and many volunteer positions can develop into paid positions over time.




  • If you can manage your time wisely, jockey for a position as a student nurse at a hospital or clinic. You may be able to secure a position at a magnet hospital as an assistant or in patient care. If you like the work you’re doing, there could be advancement opportunities if you decide to stay on post-grad.




  • Find out what your school offers, and talk to other students and nurses about their experiences with placement programs. Sign up for classes that feature clinical training, even if they are outside your concentration. You might uncover an interest you didn’t know you had.




In: http://nursejournal.org/articles/10-ways-to-get-experience-in-nursing/


I think these links can help you:


http://bestonlinerntobsnprogram.com/collegebound/NursingInternshipPrograms.html


http://www.nursingworld.org/MainMenuCategories/WorkplaceSafety/Healthy-Work-Environment/DPR/VolunteerNow


Good Luck!
Thank you comment icon Hi Thanks for your tips. I applied to a volunteer on LinkedIn and they asked me for SSN. The problem being that as international student I don't have a SSN. They said they couldn't have my background checked if I don't have one, so I guess that really IS a problem for me. My school already did my background check (without the SSN) but they wouldn't accept that result. I'm a little bit lost at the moment. It would be great if you can help me answer that. Thank you! Mandy
Thank you comment icon Take a look in this link, maybe can help you: http://www.internationalstudentloan.com/resources/social-security-numbers-and-loans.php Daniela Silva
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Ken’s Answer

Here are two web sites that might help
- http://www.nursingworld.org/MainMenuCategories/WorkplaceSafety/Healthy-Work-Environment/DPR/VolunteerNow
- onenurseatatime.org/


Keep me posted. I would like to help more if I can.
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