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Intern Savvy Guide: Work Bag Must Haves

This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Fairfield chapter.

Spring and summer are quickly creeping up on us and so are our long-awaited internships! Starting a new internship can be very nerve-wracking and scary – so why not be safe rather than sorry? To prevent being overwhelmed by all the craziness of an intern, here is a guide for must-haves in your oversized tote for when your boss asks you to do absurd things and run crazy errands:

First, start with a trendy oversized tote that will fit everything you need but also ties your outfit together:

This plain and simple brown leather tote is the perfect staple to go with all different intern looks but also holds everything you need & more!

What do I need on hand in my bag?

An Extra Sweater

You never know if the office is going to be a little bit chilly – so always throw a light sweater in your bag just in case!

A Notepad & Pen 

Always have these handy just in case your boss tells you something important – always be organized!

A Snack & a Water Bottle

Just in case you are on the go and need a quick pick me up!

A Pair of Heels OR Flats

You never know if you need to quickly run to something important on short notice & need to dress up – have a pair of light wedges handy just in case. Or, if you are running errands and you are already in heels – have a pair of flats or sandals handy so you can be comfy and more efficient!

Statement Necklace

Throw a trendy statement necklace in your purse for a quick and easy way to spice up & dress up your work outfit in case you need to run somewhere fancy!

Headphones

For when you’re running errands and listening to music to get you going!

Portable Phone Charger

Always have your phone charged so your boss can reach you at all times!

 

Amanda McKelvey is a Co-Campus Correspondent and a senior at Fairfield University. She is a Journalism major with minors in Psychology and Communications. In addition to being a CC she has held internships with Michael Kors, CollegeFashionista.com and the Rockville Centre and Baldwin Heralds. In her free time, Amanda enjoys days on the beaches of Long Island, watching Scandal, Chicago Fire and the Bachelorette, eating anything sweet (chocolate, ice cream, cupcakes—you name it!) and reading a good book. She’s excited to spend her senior year living at Fairfield Beach with her best friends including fellow CC Danielle Tullo! You can follow her on Twitter @theAMANDAshowww or on Instagram @ammckelvey.