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#1 Strategy for Finding an Internship - Networking
Finding an Internship Through Networking

By Penny Loretto, About.com

Networking has been statistically proven to be one of the most effective job search strategies there is, so why not use it to find an internship?

Networking means letting everyone you know, including: family, friends, faculty, previous employers and teachers, social networking sites such as Facebook, that you are looking for an internship.

Visit your Career Services Office at your college to tap into their resources and suggestions on successful networking techniques.

Increase your network by contacting professionals currently working in your field of interest, such as alumni at your college.

Schedule informational interviews with your network to gather information and discuss your interests in finding an internship.

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