So, you’ve decided it’s time to gain some real-world experience by landing a great internship in 2021. However, Interviews are often the most important decision-making component for an employer, so making sure you’re prepared to do your best is part of your career development. 

DO YOUR RESEARCH

Knowledge is power, and in this case, your competitive edge when demonstrating your value to an employer. Knowing about their business, mission, industry, and products or services shows enthusiasm and helps to build your personal brand.

 PLAN THE DETAILS

 How can you best prep for your interview? Have your résumé & reference list handy. Also, plan out your professional outfit and get it pressed/cleaned. If in person, figure out a clear path to your destination or if virtual, double check that your software (Zoom, Webex, and etc.) and hardware (web camera, mic, and etc.) are operating and up to date. 

PRACTICE, PRACTICE, PRACTICE!

 The potential for interview success is exponentially increased by reviewing and practicing your responses. Interview questions vary depending on the type of interview, but there are some questions that everyone should be prepared to answer. Practice is key. But don’t sound like a robot!

TIP OF THE DAY:

“A super important step is to send a letter and/or email thanking the employer for their time!”

READ THIS:

• Master the Interview
• Interview Questions
• Types of Interview
• How to Dress
• Ace the Interview

WHAT’S MY NEXT STEP?

• Big Interview
• a FREE interview training system that features a new and innovative way to help you prepare more effectively for a job interview. Training AND practice are combined to help improve your interview technique and build your confidence. You can access a video curriculum and question library to learn how to craft your answers and then videotape your responses to review yourself or share with others for feedback.
• Schedule a with the Career Center to ask questions or improve your skills
• Interview Preparation and/or Evaluating Offers (Brief) – 30 minutes with your Internships Coordinator
• Interview Preparation and/or Evaluating Offers (Full Session) ) – 60 minutes with your Career Specialist
• Caroline
• Diane
• Rachel
• Practice Interview with a Career Specialist (must schedule by phone or email) – 60 minutes with your Career Specialists
• careers@umbc.edu
• (410) 455-2216 from 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

-          Caroline

-          Diane

-          Rachel

Remember, all scheduling is handled in UMBCworks! While all staff are happy to communicate to students directly, our appointment calendars are managed though UMBCworks and require scheduling to occur at least 24-hours in advance.

Get the scoop on exciting internship opportunities! Follow the Career Center on Twitter, where we’ll be highlighting amazing internships across a variety of industries all week!

Where: https://umbc.webex.com/

This is the second in a series of events that aim to build community among students from groups traditionally underrepresented in the field of computing.

Join us for an opportunity to meet, chat with, and engage fellow CSEE students, faculty, staff, and alumni.

Panelists will discuss life beyond the undergraduate years.

Let’s Do This! Be Social- Virtually

Welcome Remarks– Dr. Freeman Hrabowski

Alumni Speakers

Dr. Jeff Avery, Northrup Grumman

Federico Cifuentes-Urtubey, Ph.D. student, UIUC

Dr. Patti Ordóñez, Associate Prof., UP-RP

Dr. Nwokedi Idika, Google

Kerry Luke, Northrop Grumman

CSEE Faculty Speakers

Mr. Ivan Sekyonda                          Dr. Marcella Wilson

Dr. Dmitri Perkins                             Dr. David Chapman

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Have you had trouble finding an internship in the past? Follow these steps to obtain your dream position!

Step 1: Tailor your resume to fit your industry AND the job. A one size fits all resume simply won’t make you stand out as a candidate. Make sure to pay attention to key words including skills and experience listed in the job description. Incorporate those into the way you describe your own skills and experience. Make it OBVIOUS that you’ve got what the employer is looking for!

Step 2: Network. Networking is noted as one of the most successful ways of finding a job or internship. Career fairs (and other events) are the way many companies seek to hire students just like you. Also make sure to take advantage of LinkedIn and your personal circle to learn more about breaking into the industry. Remember, who you know matters!

Step 3: Keep a detailed list of all jobs applied for. An organized search is extremely important! Create a document that includes job title, company name, date applied, closing date, and job contact for every position you apply to.

Step 4: Follow up on the application. Most candidates passively pursue a job search by waiting for the employer to reach out. YOU can be ACTIVE in your search by sending a polite (and succinct) note to reiterate your interest in the position. You can do this by emailing the company contact listed in the job description or simply searching for a recruiter on LinkedIn.

Step 5: Use a variety of job search tools. UMBCworks is the best place to start! We know that employers who post on UMBCworks are interested in UMBC students! From there you can broaden your search to LinkedIn and other job boards that are specific to your industry.

TIP OF THE DAY:"The secret to getting ahead is getting started."― Mark Twain

READ/WATCH THIS:

• Video: “Job and Internship Search in the Time of Covid-19”
• Resume Tips
• Networking
• Where To Find Internships and Jobs

WHAT’S MY NEXT STEP?

Make an appointment with a Career Advisor. Career advisors are available to assist you one-on-one by helping you to map out an effective job search strategy. Schedule an Appointment

Get the scoop on exciting internship opportunities! Follow the Career Center on Twitter, where we’ll be highlighting amazing internships across a variety of industries all week!