A large part of learning to survive college means planning, organizing, and preparing for life after graduation. This means taking steps towards building your resume by shadowing professionals, volunteering, and gaining knowledge through internship programs.
In today's highly competitive job market, employers are demanding a lot more of recent college graduates. While good grades and a diploma are still important, companies are looking for those individuals with related job experience. And for many, an internship has become the answer to gaining that professional edge.
After talking to Carrie Urso, a JMU Career & Academic Advisor, I learned some astounding facts. According to Carrie, those students who take part in internship programs are 85% more likely to get a full-time position within that organization than someone applying that hasn't worked with them before. 85%!! This statistic literally blew me away. This goes to show that internships not only provide meaningful pre-professional experience, but also allow students to get a step ahead in the real world.
While doing a little Google research, I came across Campus Grotto's list of the top 10 internship programs for college students. And to no surprise, Google was at the top of the list, followed closely by Microsoft. This site contains short blurbs on each program and links to each company's internship program website. Some of these internships are really interesting with some amazing perks. For example, being a Southwest Airlines Intern allows you to travel...and to do so for free. All interns are allowed free unlimited Southwest Airlines travel. Don't believe me? Check it out for yourself!
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