Methods people use to find internships?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around methods for finding internships, particularly in the field of Electrical Engineering. Participants share their experiences and seek advice on effective strategies to secure internship opportunities.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Homework-related

Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses a desire for experience in their field to help decide on their career path.
  • Another participant suggests checking with school guidance counselors for internship opportunities.
  • A suggestion is made to look at local companies' websites for internship listings and to contact them directly for information.
  • A participant in college in the DC area mentions feeling overwhelmed and seeks information on major companies offering internships in Electrical Engineering.
  • Specific mention of Cisco's internship program is provided as an example of a company with a robust offering.
  • Questions are raised about the presence of large electronics companies in the DC area or nearby high-tech regions.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree on the importance of exploring various methods for finding internships, but there is no consensus on specific companies or strategies that are most effective.

Contextual Notes

Some participants express uncertainty about where to start their search, indicating a need for more structured guidance or resources.

Who May Find This Useful

Students in college or high school seeking internships, particularly in STEM fields like Electrical Engineering.

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Before people start telling me to Google the answer I was wondering what other methods people use to find internships? I would really like to get some experience in my field so I can decide whether I would like to continue pursuing this.
 
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DmytriE said:
Before people start telling me to Google the answer I was wondering what other methods people use to find internships? I would really like to get some experience in my field so I can decide whether I would like to continue pursuing this.
Are you in college or high school? Have you talked to your school guidance counselor?
 


You should look at the relevant companies in your area to see if they offer internships. Look in the employment section of their websites. You can also call their employment contact to ask them on the phone if they offer internships, and during what times of the year they are available.
 


I am in college in the DC area. I sometimes become overwhelmed by not knowing where to start. What are the big companies that offer internships in Electrical Engineering?
 


DmytriE said:
I am in college in the DC area. I sometimes become overwhelmed by not knowing where to start. What are the big companies that offer internships in Electrical Engineering?

Well, Cisco for example has a very full-featured internship program:

http://tools.cisco.com/search/JSP/s...en&country=US&thissection=f&accessLevel=Guest

Are there large electronics companies in the DC area? Or in nearby high-tech areas?
 

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