Source: money.usnews.com
When money and internships are used in the same sentence, the conversation moves quickly toward the debate over paid vs. paid internships. Though important (and one I have strong opinions about) this debate can distract us from what really counts in the end – the quality of the internship experience itself.
To find or make an internship investment pay off, start with the end in mind. Make a detailed list of what you want to come away with and communicate that to others.
Is it to:
- Get a job offer?
- Learn more about a profession or industry?
- Build skills?
- Build a network?
- Add experience to a resume?
- Have fun or explore a new part of the world?
As it turns out, money might be just one of several factors that will weigh into whether the internship will be a good fit. Other factors will be time, energy, location, values and how clear you are in setting expectations with yourself and with others.
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