The holiday season is here! College students are wrapping up finals and closing out the semester, but while the year winds down, companies are gearing up for the next one—posting job opportunities and internships. So while you’re sipping eggnog and enjoying holiday cookies, now is the perfect time to start exploring internships for Spring and Summer. Employers are looking for college talent right now, so don’t wait!
Here are some quick tips to get started:
- Update Your Resume: Make sure it’s current and includes keywords related to your desired roles. Use job descriptions to identify required skills and experience. Ask an AI assistant like Copilot to help you tailor your resume.
- Polish Your LinkedIn: Highlight your skills, volunteer work, and projects. Ask for recommendations from professors or mentors, follow companies you love, and set your profile to “Open to Work.” Remember—no role is too small. Experience is experience!
- Expand Your Network: Attend virtual events and job fairs. Social media gives you unlimited reach—use it! Follow your favorite companies, engage with their content, and don’t be afraid to send a professional DM when you see someone in the chat.
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NOLAvate Black helps early career job seekers get connected to a network of professionals who can support your career. We do this by connected with professionals at leading companies who want to help Employers reach out to us every day looking for top talent. Send us your resume and LinkedIn profile along with your job interests, and we’ll connect you with hot jobs from our employer network.
Pro Tip: Don’t just focus on big companies—mid-sized and smaller organizations often offer incredible experiences.