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If I were a college student today, here's how I'd approach finding and landing a Summer 2025 internship: 1️⃣ Narrow down my job search: A targeted job search will lead to targeted results. Turn your "marketing internships" google search into "[specfic niche] + [industry] + Summer 2025 internships in [city you desire] Example: Influencer marketing Summer 2025 internships in NYC 🔥 Bonus: turn on job alerts for your search on Google and Linkedin There are job boards that are dedicated to exclusively sharing entry level opportunities. Here's a list of them: https://lnkd.in/gQ-x8rsz 2️⃣ Create a resume that tells a story Your resume is arguably the most important part of your resume. Contrary to popular belief, recruiters ARE reading your resume. ⭐ My biggest resume creation advice: → KEEP IT SIMPLE! Pour your energy into making your resume easy to read and review. →Keep your resume 1 page, up to date, and relevant to whatever roles you're applying for! [More information on this HERE: https://lnkd.in/gkWR4xpn] →Your resume bullets should focus on your quantifiable accomplishments in your past roles. BRAG on yourselves! I love utilizing Google's X-Y-Z resume formula: https://lnkd.in/gnMGa9hR → Link your creative portfolio, Linkedin, and other passion projects on your resume 3️⃣ I'm not going to DM recruiters. I'm going to meet them where they are: Whether it's at career fairs on campus or virtual recruitment events hosted on sites such as WayUp, Handshake, or internally by a company, I know that by DMing them, they're most likely going to 1) redirect me to the career page or 2) not respond because they have SO many DMS. I've worked with Fortune 500 companies to plan and execute virtual recruitment events. Not only are they hiring from some of these events, but this is the perfect chance to get insider info on their internship programs and ask questions you may have. ...and if I am going to DM them, I'm going to make sure it's REALLY GOOD. I'll talk more about this in my next post. And, no, it doesn't involve using AI to craft a robotic, generic message. (I'm looking at you AI warriors) 🤭 Check back tomorrow for part 2 where I dive into how to stand out, interview prep and staying organized + motivated during the job hunt 🖥️ Follow Jade Walters for more early career content on your timeline on Linkedin, Tik Tok (https://lnkd.in/gTEAUC9H) + Instagram (@theninthsemester) #earlycareer #internships #entryleveljobs #jobhunting #theninthsemester #summerinternships #earlycareeropportunities

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗻 𝗮 𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗮 𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗹𝘆𝘁𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗼 𝗮 𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹-𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝗷𝗼𝗯 𝗼𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆? Let me share my views on this 👇 🔯 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝗜𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 Go beyond the assigned tasks and show a genuine interest in the projects you're working on. For example, if you're dealing with large data sets, proactively seek out ways to improve data quality or efficiency in processing. 🔯𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱 𝗥𝗲𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽𝘀 Take the time to build relationships with colleagues at all levels. Engage with other data analysts, ask for feedback, and learn from their experiences. By establishing a rapport with your supervisors and peers, you become more than just an intern; you become a potential future colleague. 🔯𝗠𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗧𝗼𝗼𝗹𝘀 Make sure you're comfortable with Excel, Power BI, SQL, Python, and basic Statistics. If there's a tool commonly used at your workplace that you're not familiar with, take the initiative to learn it. 🔯𝗗𝗲𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘀 The most compelling way to secure a full-time position is by delivering tangible results. Whether it's through a well-received presentation, a report that leads to a business decision, or a data visualization that clarifies complex information, make sure your contributions are noticed. 🔯𝗦𝗲𝗲𝗸 𝗙𝗲𝗲𝗱𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸 Regularly seek out feedback on your performance and be open to suggestions for improvement. This not only helps you refine your skills but also shows that you're committed to personal and professional development. 🔯𝗘𝗺𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 Finally, embrace every learning opportunity during your internship. Data analytics is a field that requires continuous education due to its ever-changing nature. Stay updated on the latest trends and technologies in data analytics and apply this knowledge to your work. Let me know in comments, if I missed any point ⤵️ #internship #dataanlytics #communication #mentoring #jobs #interviewpreparation #success #bigdata #growth #teaching

If your job search strategy is “apply and pray”, it’s time to wake up. You’ve got the polished résumé. Your tracker is even color-coded. But if nobody knows you, nobody hires you. Welcome to Part 2 of this no-fluff series on how to actually land that job/internship quickly, the smart way. Let’s talk networking, not the awkward, copy-paste DM kind. I’m talking warm, strategic, “this-person-stays-in-my-head” networking. Here’s how the ones getting callbacks are doing it: ➤ Go where the energy is. Stop hiding behind applications. → One event a week. That’s it. Virtual or physical just show up. Tech talks. Product meetups. Twitter Spaces. Anything. Because you can't get seen if you’re never in the room. ➤ Ask that question. You don’t need to be the loudest. Just be thoughtful. → “What’s one mistake interns make when starting out?” → “How can someone without traditional experience break in?” That question puts your name in lights. And opens doors for real convos after. ➤ Talk to speakers. Sponsors. Panelists. Not to beg(very important because they can see if you will be a liability or an asset) but to build. “Hey [Name], I loved your take on X. I’m working on Y and your insight helped me rethink Z. Mind glancing at my résumé for 2 mins?” (I should add that some of you are doing this to me already 😂) That 2-minute ask has started careers. And the follow-up? That’s where the relationship begins. ➤ Start showing up online. → Follow 5 people in your dream industry → Engage with their content (thoughtfully) → DM after a few days: “Been learning a lot from your posts. I’m hoping to break into [industry], could I ask a quick question?” That’s a warm DM. And warm gets answered. ➤ Make your name hard to forget. → Post weekly (your journey, insights, challenges) → Comment daily (meaningful, not spammy) → DM with purpose, not desperation → Attend events like it’s your part-time job You don’t need magic. You need memory. And memory comes from consistency. TL;DR: Stop job hunting like everyone else. Start job building — with strategy, visibility, and genuine connection. So before Friday ends and vibes take over, do one thing from this list today. → Drop a comment with your favorite tip. → Share this with someone who needs it. → Or better, go network smart. Because the job isn’t just on LinkedIn. It’s in the minds of the people you’re not talking to, YET.

To whom it may concern, Thanks for reaching out! It’s completely normal to feel a bit overwhelmed when entering the job market, but the fact that you’re proactively seeking guidance is already a strong step in the right direction. 1. Understanding the Hidden Job Market You're absolutely right that many opportunities aren’t publicly advertised—this is often referred to as the "hidden job market." Employers prefer to hire through referrals, internal candidates, or networking before posting jobs online. The best way to tap into this is through: LinkedIn Networking – Follow companies and industry leaders, comment on posts, and connect with professionals in your field. Alumni Networks – Many universities have alumni mentorship programs or LinkedIn groups where former students can help you with job openings or career advice. Industry Events & Webinars – Attend events where recruiters or industry professionals are speaking. 2. Sharpening Your Interview Skills Interviews can feel elusive, but preparation is key. Here are some useful resources: Big Interview (www.biginterview.com) – Offers AI-powered mock interviews and feedback. Glassdoor (www.glassdoor.com) – Provides real-life interview questions from specific companies. Pramp (www.pramp.com) – Peer-to-peer interview practice for technical and behavioral questions or AI interviews: https://lnkd.in/eKWTkEzt 3. Resume & Cover Letter Optimization Zety (https://lnkd.in/eKcVd-_Y) – Great for creating ATS-friendly resumes. Jobscan (www.jobscan.co) – Helps tailor your resume to job descriptions by optimizing keywords. 4. Where to Find the Best Job Listings Beyond LinkedIn and Indeed, try: Otta (www.otta.com) – Best for startup roles. Hired (www.hired.com) – Matches you with companies looking for your skills. Internship & Graduate Schemes – Many firms recruit exclusively through these programs, so check company websites directly. 5. Developing a Job Search Strategy Set up job alerts on LinkedIn, Google Jobs, and Indeed to stay ahead of postings. Use informational interviews – Message people in your desired field to ask for a 15-minute virtual coffee chat to learn about their career path. Apply Smart – Don’t just mass-apply to everything; tailor your application and follow up. Would be happy to offer more specific advice if you let me know your industry or the types of roles you’re targeting. Best, Alpesh ps. I had 100 rejection letters. 3 interviews. 2 offers. Ever. In the end, went self-employed. But the people I've hired are now lawyers, global head of PR at banks, fund managers.

8 years ago, I walked into my first lecture hall - new city, new dreams. No one prepares you for the real college journey: ⚠️ When to start building your resume ⚠️ How to find your first internship ⚠️ What really makes you job-ready So here’s a mini survival guide for freshers, built from my own mistakes (and a few small wins): ✅ 1. LinkedIn is goldmine Most freshers don’t touch LinkedIn until 3rd year and miss out on internships, referrals, and opportunities. 👉 Share one (atleast) weekly post about what you learned This is your silent resume builder. ✅ 2. DM Seniors Smartly You don’t need 10 mentors. You need 1 conversation. Message them: "Hey! I’m a fresher in [Branch], curious how you landed your first internship/project. Would love any advice!" You’ll be surprised how many are ready to help. Detailed guide : https://lnkd.in/gqhmkfFb ✅ 3. Use college free WiFi to complete 1 free course per semester. Fact: Students who do at least 3 online certifications by 2nd year increase their internship chances by 48%. Start with basic stuff : Excel + Canva Git + SQL ChatGPT basics ✅ 4. Join Hackathons Early You don’t need to be a coding expert. 📊 Fact: 62% of beginners who participated in their first hackathon just contributed to idea building and presentation and still won prizes. Be the one who speaks, writes, organizes, presents. Hackathons reward initiative. ✅ 5. Don’t Wait for Assignments. Build Projects Now. You don’t need permission to build. Create a simple UI on Figma Build a Notion tracker Make an AI playlist recommender Put it on GitHub or LinkedIn. Your initiative becomes your portfolio. ✅ 6. Create Your Own Learning System Top students don’t just study more they organize better. Create a weekly log: ✔️ 3 things I learned ❌ 1 thing I struggled with 🔜 1 thing I want to learn next This is your learning library. Free. Powerful. Yours. 🎯 Final Advice Your college won’t hand you a job. But it will give you time, internet, and people. Use them right and your degree won’t just be a certificate, it’ll be a launchpad. #career #success #growth #interview #job #internship

It took me 6 months to land my 1st internship. Here's what I would do differently to get one in under a month. When I started networking, I went in blind. From school club events to career seminars - I signed up for virtually everything. But that wasn't the right approach, and I wasted 6 months having conversations that weren't necessary. It doesn't have to be that way for you. After 2+ years of networking, here's what I would do differently if I had to start over. Step 1. Send Cold Emails ➡️ Find recruiters or managers on LinkedIn to contact ➡️ Use tools like Apollo.io to find their emails ➡️ Send 3-5 cold emails a week asking for coffee chats Job fairs are saturated. 1:1 conversations are where the magic happens. Step 2. Have Coffee Chats ➡️ Have 8 or more thoughtful questions prepared ➡️ Be genuinely interested, listen more than you talk ➡️ Close by asking for a follow-up chat Use your 1st chat to build rapport. Don't ask for referrals yet or else you'll burn the bridge. Step 3. From Conversation to Interview ➡️ After 2 or more coffee chats, ask for opportunities ➡️ Use follow-up emails to request referrals or interviews ➡️ Phrase your request in an open-ended manner For example, instead of "Can I interview for this role?" Say "Based off our conversation, do you think I would be a good candidate for this role?" In a nutshell, this is your fastest way to get an internship. So if you're lost on how to network, this is my advice. Cut out the noise, and just focus on this 3-step process. It's the framework I’d use if I had to start over, but the details matter. What questions do you have about putting this into action?

Still looking for a summer internship? This past semester, I decided I wanted a part-time internship just one week before the spring semester began. With fewer than 15 applications, I landed 3 interviews and received 2 offers. Here is how I did it. 1. I focused on startups and on-campus jobs  🔹 Startups hire year-round  🔹 They have flexible timelines and quicker interview processes  🔹 They often value skills over experience, perfect if you’re just starting out 2. I mainly used Handshake, strategically  🔹 Filter for roles posted within the last 3 days, and prioritize ones you’re a strong fit for  🔹 If it’s older but aligns well with your background, apply anyway, they might consider you for another similar role  🔹 After applying, go to the job posting, click on the company name, scroll to the People section, and message someone who was recently active 💡 𝘐𝘧 𝘪𝘵’𝘴 𝘢 𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘶𝘱, 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘵𝘦𝘢𝘮 𝘪𝘴 𝘭𝘪𝘬𝘦𝘭𝘺 𝘴𝘮𝘢𝘭𝘭, 𝘴𝘰 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘦’𝘴 𝘢 𝘩𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘤𝘩𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘦 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘮𝘦𝘴𝘴𝘢𝘨𝘦 𝘸𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘤𝘩 𝘴𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘰𝘯𝘦 𝘥𝘪𝘳𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘭𝘺 𝘪𝘯𝘷𝘰𝘭𝘷𝘦𝘥 𝘪𝘯 𝘩𝘪𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘨 💬 Keep it short (3–4 sentences):  → Introduce yourself and share why you’re interested  → Highlight how you’re a strong match (use keywords from the job description)  If it helps, I’m happy to share an example of a message I sent. 3. I explored nonprofits and local organizations  You can use Handshake for this too:  🔎 Go to the Employers tab  📍 Filter by location, industry, and company size  🏠 Look for organizations near your hometown If one stands out:  🔹 Check their website for contact info and send a cold email  🔹 Or find someone on LinkedIn and message them directly A short, personalized message can go a long way, even if they’re not actively hiring. This worked for me, even on a late timeline, and I hope it helps someone else who’s still searching! Good Luck! 📷 Just me, Donald, and Goofy casually starting the summer off right. ✨

Everyone has been asking me how to get offers at companies like Dell & Tesla I don't go to a top 500 school. I'm an immigrant, so I don’t have uncles at these companies. But I still landed internships at Dell and Tesla, here's how: 1. Hustle, Hustle, Hustle - When I was a freshman, I did everything on campus. Joined every organization, went to every career event, signed up for LinkedIn, Handshake, and even some random platforms my school pushed. This helped to get the attention of professors and faculty. So when a national competition came up (HBCU Battle of the Brains), they nominated me to represent the school. We ended up placing 2nd nationwide, Dell was a sponsor, and a recruiter passed my resume to a hiring manager. That’s how I got the internship. 2. Projects - Do interesting stuff. I'm CEO of Sorce, so I’ve seen thousands of resumes. Everyone has a LangChain chatbot now - that won’t make you stand out. My Tesla manager said the only reason he interviewed me was because of a side project: a tool for detecting AI-generated text right after ChatGPT launched. Do projects that you care about and is interesting. Even better, work on something that's useful and people use. 3. Conferences - Go to conferences and hustle. I got the Tesla internship by handing my resume to a Tesla recruiter at AFROTECH - simple as that. I didn’t even think I was going to be a top candidate, but I shot my shot. Attend every conference you can. Sneak in if you have to. No shame in trying. 4. Numbers - Don't forget the numbers game. Every new application you send is a new shot at goal and increases your odds of getting the internship. It's a marathon. So keep applying for roles, keep connecting with people on linkedin and keep editing your resume. This is also why we built https://lnkd.in/etr6msZG, it's basically AI to help you apply for jobs faster. If there's any other tip I might have missed, please add it in the comments! If you liked this, repost.

𝗙𝗮𝗰𝘁: 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝘄𝗼𝗻’𝘁 𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗻 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗼 𝗮 𝗿𝗲𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗻 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿 𝗶𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝘁 𝗹𝗶𝗸𝗲 𝘀𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿 𝘀𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹. It’s a 3-month interview, not a free trial. If you’re showing up just to “learn a lot,” don’t be surprised when someone else gets the offer you wanted. Here’s how to move like someone who came to earn the full-time spot: 🔧 𝟭. 𝗞𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗯𝗲𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗺𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗺  • Google them. Check LinkedIn. Read old blog posts.  • Find out what they actually do and show up with questions. Day one initiative = instant respect. 🧰 𝟮. 𝗦𝗲𝘁 𝘂𝗽 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘁𝗼𝗼𝗹𝘀 𝗯𝗲𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗿 𝗮𝘀𝗸𝘀  • Your laptop, Slack, email, make sure they work.  • Moving like a full-timer means nobody has to chase you down to get started. 🎯 𝟯. 𝗦𝗲𝘁 𝗴𝗼𝗮𝗹𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗮𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗺𝗲𝗮𝗻 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴  • “Learn stuff” is vague.  • “Ship a tool that saves my team 3 hours a week”? That’s a win. 🧠 𝟰. 𝗛𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗼 𝗽𝗶𝘁𝗰𝗵 𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗸𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻  • You’ll say it a hundred times.  • Name, school, what you're excited to build.  • Sound confident, even if you're figuring it out as you go. 🏁 𝟱. 𝗗𝗼𝗻’𝘁 𝗰𝗼𝗮𝘀𝘁  Ask questions. Set up 1:1s. Show receipts.  Make it easy for your manager to say, “We need to bring them back.” ✅ And yeah, have fun. Make friends. Take the free snacks.  But don’t forget why you’re really there. This is your shot. Don’t play it safe. Play it smart. #internship #techinternship #earlycareer #intern #softwareengineering #jobsearchtips #padenbuilds #careerplaybook

How I converted both my internship's at Google and landed a FTE position! With the winter internship season beginning, a lot of folks reached out and wanted to know what steps I followed to convert my internships. Sharing the strategies that worked for me - 1. Quick Ramp-Up The first few weeks/month is set aside for learning the Tech related to project. I put in more hours from the get-go to complete onboarding tasks ahead of time. This helped me set good pace & have buffer time for blockers encountered later in project. 2. Ensuring Expectations Align Comprehensive understanding of the project objectives is the single most imp factor for intern's success. I asked tons of clarifying ques in the initial weeks & relayed my understanding to the team to ensure we're on the same page. I broke down the OKR's to smaller milestones & got my timeline to achieve those reviewed. Creating a design doc listing all possible approaches, high-level implementation details & test plan.. all prior to coding ensured I knew my project in & out. I got this doc approved for official records. 3. Efficient Handling Of Blockers It is inevitable that an intern will face blockers in the course of the project. This could be access issues, unavailability or deprecation of libraries, cross-team collaboration delays etc. I got a head-start by asking previous interns & team mates about blockers they faced and addressed issues early on. I flagged blockers immediately & went to my manager with a few ideas to tackle it, the managers then suggest steps and step-in where required. 4. Taking & Acting On Feedback Regularly I used to ask for feedback on my performance every other week, mostly the mentors said everything was fine. I had to be more proactive, came up with a list of things I feel I could be better in and presented it to them with a plan. Then they too gave their inputs and suggested other improvements. I made sure to communicate steps I took to work on their feedback along with results. 5. Representing Work Accurately In Evaluations I made a weekly progress doc enlisting the work I completed, design/implementation decisions I took, MOM's with mentors/managers. This served as a valuable add-on to my packet alongside the usual presentation & design doc. I also had conversations with mentors to ensure I didn't miss out on any points. Common mis-steps that I analyzed prior to my internship and was wary of - 1. Not Reflecting Scope Adjustments In Evaluations 2. Late Identification Of Blockers 3. Not Asking For Help Some practices that helped me maximize my potential and earned me the highest recognition awards in both STEP & SWE internships - 1. Suggesting Design Approaches & Authoring Documentation 2. Looking Out For Opportunities To Showcase Project 3. Setting Up Meetings With Higher Management 4. Completing Stretch Goal & Maximizing Impact 5. Solving Bugs Beyond Project Hope you found these pointers useful. All the best for your winter internships folks!