Major: Print Journalism, minor in English
Year: Junior
Where are you interning this semester: SELF Magazine
How did you find this internship: Ed2010
Did you apply to any others?
Yes, Seventeen, Fitness, Glamour Accessories, Glamour Editorial, BRIDES
How did you end up choosing this internship:
I was accepted by Fitness first, but was really hoping to hear back from SELF. I ended up having to accept the Fitness one, since it had been a while since my SELF and Seventeen interviews and I was losing hope. A day after I accepted, I had to tell her I had a better offer when I heard back from SELF. A day after that, I was offered one at Seventeen also, but SELF was my best fit.
What do you think are some qualities of a good intern:
Good intern: Punctuality, creativity, not being afraid to express your point of view, but also be able to listen and do what you are told. I think being a good intern involves a lot of dedication since you are usually not being paid for your work.
Bad intern: Going into the internship thinking you know everything already. The point of an internship is to learn and gain experience, but if you already think you know everything, you will never learn.
How do you think you stand out against other candidates:
I think my previous internship at a smaller, local newspaper gave me an opportunity to get a lot of clips. All of the people I interviewed with were very impressed with how many stories I have had published. I also put 110 percent into everything I do.
What are your recommendations for anyone going for the same position:
A unique cover letter is definitely important. I wrote a different cover letter for every magazine I applied to, relating to the specific aspects of that magazine. It is a lot of work writing cover letters, but it is usually the first thing they see and it needs to catch their eye. Also, to never be late for interviews, be polite, don’t interrupt them, and answer their questions in detail. Also, always have questions for them.
What are your plans for the summer?
I hope to either be working or interning again.
Are there any members of the Hofstra faculty you would thank for helping you get where you are today:
Yes, Carol Fletcher has helped me a lot with everything from my resume and my interview to accepting the right one.
What Hofstra activities were you involved in that you think aided your experience: Ed2010