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Mihir
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Aurora, Illinois
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What are some good websites to find internship opportunities and other valuable experiences ?
I am a senior, it would be very helpful if I found more extracurriculars.
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Justin Shapiro
Accounting | Finance | Financial Systems | Non-Profit Volunteer
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Charlotte, North Carolina
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Justin’s Answer
Hi Mihir,
Internship-Specific Platforms -
Handshake: If your school partners with Handshake, this platform is highly tailored for students and recent grads. It features internship listings, job opportunities, and networking events.
LinkedIn: LinkedIn’s job search often includes internship opportunities. Follow companies you’re interested in, join relevant groups, and use the “Internships” filter to refine your search.
WayUp: Designed for students and recent graduates, WayUp offers entry-level and internship roles, along with helpful job search articles.
Chegg Internships (Internships.com): A comprehensive site with listings across industries, including filters to narrow down by location and field of interest.
Extracurricular and Skill-Building Sites -
VolunteerMatch: Excellent for finding local or virtual volunteer opportunities across various fields.
CareerVillage: A platform where you can volunteer by answering students’ career questions, which is great for developing mentorship skills.
Coursera and edX: Both offer a variety of free and paid courses. Perfect for building skills that can make you a stronger internship candidate.
Fiverr and Upwork: These freelancing sites allow you to gain real-world experience on small projects in areas like design, writing, coding, and more.
Internship-Specific Platforms -
Handshake: If your school partners with Handshake, this platform is highly tailored for students and recent grads. It features internship listings, job opportunities, and networking events.
LinkedIn: LinkedIn’s job search often includes internship opportunities. Follow companies you’re interested in, join relevant groups, and use the “Internships” filter to refine your search.
WayUp: Designed for students and recent graduates, WayUp offers entry-level and internship roles, along with helpful job search articles.
Chegg Internships (Internships.com): A comprehensive site with listings across industries, including filters to narrow down by location and field of interest.
Extracurricular and Skill-Building Sites -
VolunteerMatch: Excellent for finding local or virtual volunteer opportunities across various fields.
CareerVillage: A platform where you can volunteer by answering students’ career questions, which is great for developing mentorship skills.
Coursera and edX: Both offer a variety of free and paid courses. Perfect for building skills that can make you a stronger internship candidate.
Fiverr and Upwork: These freelancing sites allow you to gain real-world experience on small projects in areas like design, writing, coding, and more.
Denise Heffron, PSM, PMI-ACP, PMP
Experience Strategy
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North Aurora, Illinois
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Denise’s Answer
Hello Mihir!
To add on to Justin's answer, there are several excellent websites where you can find internship opportunities and other valuable experiences. Here are some of the best options:
1. Indeed (indeed.com) - A comprehensive job search engine that includes internships and entry-level positions. You can filter by location, job type, and more.
2. Internships.com (internships.com) - A dedicated site for finding internships, with a wide range of opportunities across various fields.
3. Glassdoor (glassdoor.com) - Known for company reviews, Glassdoor also lists internship opportunities and provides insights into company culture and salaries.
4. Idealist (idealist.org) - Great for finding internships in non-profit organizations, social enterprises, and other mission-driven entities.
5. Youth.gov (youth.gov) - Offers resources and information about internships and other opportunities for youth, including government internships.
6. CareerOneStop (careeronestop.org) - Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor, this site provides tools and resources for job seekers, including internship listings.
7. Your high school’s career center or guidance office - Many high schools have resources and connections to local businesses and organizations that offer internships.
8. Company Websites - If you have specific companies in mind, check their career pages for intern opportunities. Many companies list internships directly on their own websites.
9. Local Government and Community Boards - Sometimes local government websites or community boards will list internships and volunteer opportunities available in the area.
10. Google - Simply searching for "[Your field of interest] internships for high school students" can yield useful results and lead you to other specialized sites.
It's also useful to network with teachers, family friends, and community members who may know of opportunities that aren't advertised online. Good luck with your search!
To add on to Justin's answer, there are several excellent websites where you can find internship opportunities and other valuable experiences. Here are some of the best options:
1. Indeed (indeed.com) - A comprehensive job search engine that includes internships and entry-level positions. You can filter by location, job type, and more.
2. Internships.com (internships.com) - A dedicated site for finding internships, with a wide range of opportunities across various fields.
3. Glassdoor (glassdoor.com) - Known for company reviews, Glassdoor also lists internship opportunities and provides insights into company culture and salaries.
4. Idealist (idealist.org) - Great for finding internships in non-profit organizations, social enterprises, and other mission-driven entities.
5. Youth.gov (youth.gov) - Offers resources and information about internships and other opportunities for youth, including government internships.
6. CareerOneStop (careeronestop.org) - Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor, this site provides tools and resources for job seekers, including internship listings.
7. Your high school’s career center or guidance office - Many high schools have resources and connections to local businesses and organizations that offer internships.
8. Company Websites - If you have specific companies in mind, check their career pages for intern opportunities. Many companies list internships directly on their own websites.
9. Local Government and Community Boards - Sometimes local government websites or community boards will list internships and volunteer opportunities available in the area.
10. Google - Simply searching for "[Your field of interest] internships for high school students" can yield useful results and lead you to other specialized sites.
It's also useful to network with teachers, family friends, and community members who may know of opportunities that aren't advertised online. Good luck with your search!