BU CareerLink is BU’s online Web-based system for job and internship listings. Although some organizations will be locally based, we do receive listings from employers all over the country.
Each semester, we hold a Career Expo in the George Sherman Union at 775 Commonwealth Avenue. Employers from a variety of industries take part, looking to recruit BU students for open positions, including internships. We post the list of attending organizations on BU CareerLink ahead of time so you can research the companies and positions and prepare targeted questions.
Undergraduates, graduate students, and alumni are invited to attend.
Just as we always tell students to research a company and the position before an interview, it’s equally important to learn as much as you can before you apply for an internship. Why? For two reasons: you’ll be more likely to choose opportunities that are right for you; and, you’ll be able to target your resume and cover letter more appropriately.
Aside from exploring a company’s website, you can learn more about various organizations by using the resources below:
Businessweek.com
Hoovers.com
Vault.com
WetFeet.com
Once you know something about the company, be sure you understand what the internship involves. Arriving to the interview armed with relevant knowledge will only make you a better candidate.
Our Career Resource Library has a number of different assets to help you find an internship, from general books on landing an internship to those listing opportunities in various career fields and geographic locations. Stop by any time the office is open.
Use your network of contacts. Are there friends of the family, parents of friends, or other acquaintances who might work at a company you’re interested in?
If you’re familiar with or interested in a company, check their websites for internships. If they have programs, great, go ahead and apply. If not, write to them anyway, send your resume, and ask about internship positions. They might not have anything, and may not get back to you, but they might also be impressed by your initiative.
