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When Should I Begin Looking For an Internship and Where Do I Look ?

By Penny Loretto, About.com

Question: When Should I Begin Looking For an Internship and Where Do I Look ?
Answer: It is important to allow enough time to locate and apply for rewarding internships. Preliminary steps might include working with a career counselor, completing a self-assessment, speaking with faculty, reviewing internship and career resources, checking out the classified ads for potential employers, and conducting Informational Interviews with college alumni to learn more about your field of interest as well as potential internship opportunities.
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