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Why you should Intern in the Environmental Field

Environmental issues, such as air pollution and climate change which pose as threats to our well-being, are changing the ways companies go about with business. Here is why you should jump on the bandwagon to take on an internship in this field.

 

Preparing for a public sector internship

Want to intern with a government agency? Here are some tips for making your applications.

 

Reasons to Intern with a NGO

Want to apply your skills to a worthy cause and make a valuable contribution to society? Here are some incentives to take on a NGO internship which taps on your professional strengths.

 

3 Steps to Discovering Hidden Internships

Not all open internships are advertised publicly. Apply speculatively, and you may just get what you seek!

 

4 Common Internship Interview Questions and How to Answer Them

Worried that your internship recruiter will grill you with difficult questions that you might not know how to answer? Don’t worry – we’ve got you.

 

To Be or Not To Be a Graduate Intern?

Before applying for that graduate internship, take some time to reflect on these pros and cons.

 

Working Part-Time: How Will It Benefit Me?

Part-time jobs can help you gain the real-world work experience and skills that you need to kickstart your graduate career.

 

How to Ace Your Internship Interview

Going for your first internship interview? Make sure you know what to expect, and what is expected of you before walking through that door.

 

How to Become a Star Intern

With the right attitude, you can easily make a lasting impression during your internship.

 

Internship Résumés: What to Include When You Have No Work Experience

No relevant work experience? No worries. Here are some suggestions on how to beef up your résumé.

 

What to Prepare for Your First Day of Internship

Read, understand and implement the following tips to help you shine on your first day.

 

Things You Should Do Towards the End of Your Internship

The end of internship doesn’t always mean the end of your time there. Find out how you can get the most out of your internship in the long run, even beyond your last day.

 

How to Get an Internship

Looking for work experience but don’t know where to start? Here are some tips on finding an internship position.

 

Why You Should Do an Internship

”Looking for a fresh graduate with 1 to 2 years’ work experience” – Does this line from a job ad look familiar? Take up an internship to meet this impossible hiring requirement.