Monday February 13, 2012
The Internship Program at Kenneth Cole Productions was designed to provide real-world experience to those students possessing an artistic flair and an interest in finding out more about a career in fashion.
Gaining professional experience in the fashion industry is a must for those who wish to enter the field as a career after graduating from college. The fashion industry is a very competitive career that requires applicants who possess the knowledge and skills to be successful as well as the determination and motivation to become recognized in the field.
Kenneth Cole includes a number of different brands, such as: Kenneth Cole New York, Kenneth Cole Reaction, Unlisted, Gentle Souls, and Le Tigre.
Fall internships are now available in New York City and New Jersey.
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Monday February 13, 2012
Getting an job the fashion industry may seem like a very glamorous and sexy career. Just think of all of the extravagant and wealthy designers around - getting into such an industry is exciting and also very competitive.
If you possess an artistic flair, an eye for fashion, and a desire to enter the field; gaining experience by doing an internship in the fashion would be a great way to jump start your career.
Important tips for those interested in pursuing a career in fashion:
Most internships are unpaid.
The majority of internships and jobs are on the east and west coast.
Internships are essential in order to get recognized in the field.
The majority of internships can be found on both free and paid subscription sites as well as designer and company websites.
Saturday February 11, 2012
If you are an employer and would like to inform readers of your internship or if you would like to offer advice on what makes for a good intern, please feel free to complete our
submission form. We can include your tips or internship listing in a blog and/or add it as an article on the website. This site is a great way to share experiences and let students know of good opportunities.
If you have a question or would like to post information, you can also do so on the Forum. Students often inquire and are curious about what employers look for when searching for interns. Please take this opportunity and share your insight with our readers.
Thursday February 2, 2012
There are 3 main strategies recommended for finding internships. Using all three strategies will increase the liklihood that you will find an internship in your field.
Students often believe that applying to online internship sites is enough to get a summer internship. Career professionals believe that in order to achieve success, students should be using all three:
#1. Networking
#2. Online Resources
#3. Prospecting
We are still in a competitive job market. This means that many organizations may be looking to fill positions based on referrals and from people they know. That's why networking is so important. On the other hand, prospecting can provide additional opportunities to apply for just by calling or sending an email to the employer to see if they are looking for summer interns.
Tuesday January 31, 2012
Students completing The Flora of Pennsylvania internship will receive experience and professional training required to become a professional botanist. The Morris Arboretum includes botanical laboratories, greenhouses, and an extensive outdoor living collection of trees and shrubs. The Academy of Natural Sciences includes a herbarium of more than 1.5 million specimens and the Laboratory for Molecular Systematics & Ecology.
Interns participating in the Flora of Pennsylvania Internship Program will have an opportunity to attend workshops, seminars, and field trips which will provide a chance to learn about the various aspects of managing and operating a public garden.
Monday January 30, 2012
There are many jobs available in the field of fashion. They key to getting any of those jobs is in gaining the knowledge and experience and making the professional connections you will need to have to get hired in the field.
It's also important to realize that even if you do get an internship in fashion it probably won't be as glamorous as you expect. Like with many other "exciting, competitive jobs", learning to do the grunt work with a smile is imperative if you want to become a professional in the field.
An internship in the field will put you at the top of your game. If you have no experience or contacts in the field, the road to finding a job in the business will be much more difficult or nearly impossible since competition is fierce and there are so many people that will do almost anything to to get into the business.
There are a number of free and paid websites for finding internships in fashion and be sure to check out potential openings with your favorite designers.
Monday January 30, 2012
The Television Academy Foundation Summer 2012 Internship Program is now accepting applications for this summer's program. The program is designed to provide college students with an in-depth exposure to professional television production during an eight-week summer internship in Los Angeles, California.
Qualifications:
- Candidates must be qualified full-time undergraduate or graduate student pursuing a degree in the United States.
- Any students transferring from a community college into a four-year institution by September 2012 are also qualified to apply.
- International students must provide an INS work authorization permit or CPT letter within ten days after receiving notification of winning. (All selected applicants must have a social security number by May 1, 2012 to qualify.)
- All winners are subject to background checks prior to being placed in an internship.
- Interns must have a car for transportation.
Benefits:
A stipend of approximately $4,000 will be paid to each intern. Interns will be responsible for their own housing, transportation, and living expenses.
Location:
All Television Academy Foundation internships are located in the Los Angeles area with the possible exception of Documentary and Episodic Series.
You can read the instructions on the website on How to Apply for an internship with The Television Academy Foundation.
Deadline to Apply: The postmark deadline to apply is March 15, 2012.
Check out the website for a list of categories to apply to.
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Thursday January 26, 2012
I just wanted to share some of this year's nominees that I've received so far:
Best Organization to Intern For:
- Elle Magazine
- Conde Nast
- Mullen (advertising agency out of Boston)
- Under Armour
What's your favorite? If you have a favorite internship, organization, internship site, internship abroad, or social media site to nominate, please join in the fun and nominate now.
Thursday January 26, 2012
A resume is usually a requirement in the college admissions process. Many students find this to be very challenging since they often feel that they have no real experience to include on a resume since they're still in high school.
The purpose of a resume is to document what you have accomplished so far. The ultimate goal is to work hard and grow your accomplishments so that by the time you graduate from college, you have a strong professional resume you can submit when applying for jobs once you complete your studies.
Three tips to keep in mind when writing a resume:
1. Include any coursework, internships, jobs, volunteer, extra-curricular activities, special skills you feel would be important for employers to know.
2. Organize your resume so that it's easy for employers to find the information they are looking for.
3. Ensure that your resume contains no grammatical or spelling errors.
Wednesday January 18, 2012
The 2012 About.com Readers' Choice Awards is offering readers an opportunity to pick the best of the best of the many categories that they find to be the best products, services, and communities.
The 2012 program marks the first year for About.com's Readers' Choice Awards for Internships. I'm really excited to learn more and share what my readers select for the following categories:
- The Best Internship
- The Best Organization to Intern For
- Best Site for Finding Internships
- Best Site for Finding Internships Abroad
- Best Social Media Site for Finding Internships
Please take the opportunity to nominate your favorites. The nomination phase runs until February 15th and voting begins on February 22. Please select your favorites and the winners will be announced on March 30.
