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5 Things to Know When Applying to Internships

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

1. It is never to early to start applying.

2. Apply to internships that will have you doing hands-on experience instead of just grabbing coffees.

3. Check for typos on your resumes and cover letters.

4. Apply to as many internships relevant to your desired work field as you can.

5. Reach out to the HR department of the companies you apply to.

Ellie O'Hara

Marist '21

Ellie O'Hara is the Senior Editor for Her Campus Marist :) She is a sophomore majoring in Journalism with a minor in Business. She loves everything outdoors from hiking, to running, to swimming, etc. She has a passion for writing and dreams of working for a magazine company similar to National Geographic. Traveling to unique areas of the world to write and take pictures would make all of her dreams come true.
Sarah Dorothy Lynch is a junior at Marist College studying Journalism and Public Relations with a passion for writing, travel, and bread (all varieties). If she ever met Emma Stone, she would likely keel over.