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All Work, No Pay: Finding an Internship, Building Your Resume, Making Connections, and Gaining Job Experience
Land Killer Internships—and Make the Most of Them!
These days, a college resume without internship experience is considered “naked.” Indeed, statistics show that internship experience leads to more job offers with higher salaries—and in this tough economy, college grads need all the help they can get.
Enter Lauren Berger, internships expert and CEO of Intern Queen, Inc., whose comprehensive guide reveals insider secrets to scoring the perfect internship, building invaluable connections, boosting transferable skills, and ultimately moving toward your dream career. She’ll show you how
Discover the best internship opportunities, from big companies to virtual internships
Write effective resumes and cover letters
Nail phone, Skype, and in-person interviews
Know your rights as an intern
Use social networking to your advantage
Network like a pro
Impress your boss
Get solid letters of recommendation
Turn internships into job opportunities
With exercises, examples, and a go-getter attitude, this next-generation internship manual provides all the cutting-edge information students and recent grads will need to get a competitive edge in the job market. So what are you waiting for?
These days, a college resume without internship experience is considered “naked.” Indeed, statistics show that internship experience leads to more job offers with higher salaries—and in this tough economy, college grads need all the help they can get.
Enter Lauren Berger, internships expert and CEO of Intern Queen, Inc., whose comprehensive guide reveals insider secrets to scoring the perfect internship, building invaluable connections, boosting transferable skills, and ultimately moving toward your dream career. She’ll show you how
Discover the best internship opportunities, from big companies to virtual internships
Write effective resumes and cover letters
Nail phone, Skype, and in-person interviews
Know your rights as an intern
Use social networking to your advantage
Network like a pro
Impress your boss
Get solid letters of recommendation
Turn internships into job opportunities
With exercises, examples, and a go-getter attitude, this next-generation internship manual provides all the cutting-edge information students and recent grads will need to get a competitive edge in the job market. So what are you waiting for?
208 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 2012
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September 5, 2017
Lots of common sense stuff in this book. The author has an almost patronizing and self-righteous tone at times, with common phrases like "Do you know how I landed my internship at NBC?" Like, no, I don't, how would I know that. Or "Remember, *something she is bringing up for literally the first time*"
Anyway the first half of the book would have been helpful and inspiring to read my first year of college or senior year of high school. I am regretful that I didn't do more internships, though working unpaid out of state is a privilege I couldn't afford. The last few chapters were relatively pertinent to me now that I'm starting an internship.
Unfortunately, every example and anecdote is geared toward the entertainment/business industry. There is no room for nuance between potential industries. I always chuckle when people advise me not to talk about politics at an internship, disregarding that some students' internships are inherently political.
Anyway the first half of the book would have been helpful and inspiring to read my first year of college or senior year of high school. I am regretful that I didn't do more internships, though working unpaid out of state is a privilege I couldn't afford. The last few chapters were relatively pertinent to me now that I'm starting an internship.
Unfortunately, every example and anecdote is geared toward the entertainment/business industry. There is no room for nuance between potential industries. I always chuckle when people advise me not to talk about politics at an internship, disregarding that some students' internships are inherently political.
July 17, 2017
This book was moderately helpful. It held good advice about setting up a blog, building a cover letter, and interview questions. Even was a bit motivating. However, reading through it I had moments of panic. Like "oh my god I haven't been doing this, it's too late now" type panic. It made me feel like I am behind on the game of life. Though, logically, I know it is better late than never.
I would recommend this book, but I say take some of it with a grain of salt because every persons career path isn't paved the same way. Also, it is best to read this as you first enter into college.
I would recommend this book, but I say take some of it with a grain of salt because every persons career path isn't paved the same way. Also, it is best to read this as you first enter into college.
April 15, 2013
I have been following this person for a while. She reminds me a lot of myself when I was in school, not really caring about school, just wanting to get to the real world faster. And the way to do it is through internships. She has turned that passion into a career and I have to say, good on her. It was a really good how-to book for today's college kids. Not really sure about tomorrow, but today, yes. I read this book when I was applying for jobs (as well as being in the real world for 10+ years) and I still found some of the things true and even learned some stuff, especially about social networking. That is going to be the next trend, is getting jobs through social media. My favorite part, of course, was the idiot things that kids do. Always makes me feel better! And I liked that she talked about herself a lot in it and it brought the stories home. The one question I had when I finished the book is how she could do so many internships. I don't know about your school, but my school put a max of how many internships credits you could take. Of course, there are ways around it (the paid ones don't need credit) but it seemed like she did all the fun ones and I know for a fact that those don't pay, so how did she get around the legals ways of doing it? That is the huge question I had at the end. I wish she talked more about the legalities of it because otherwise, this book could have also been a how-to get your first job out of school. A decent read for today's kids.
August 4, 2014
Lauren Berger, the founder and CEO of Intern Queen, is one hard working gal!
During college, she completed 15 individual internships, while holding down a full course load and a part time job.
Her drive, ambition, tenacity and chutzpah are all characteristics that today's youth should emulate. By graduation, with valuable experience under her belt, she knew which opportunities she was looking for and put her best foot forward to establish herself.
This book is a must read for kids in high school who are beginning to plot their careers. It's never too early to begin taking steps to reach your goals, instead of dreaming, wishing and hoping that they will materialize in your lap.
During college, she completed 15 individual internships, while holding down a full course load and a part time job.
Her drive, ambition, tenacity and chutzpah are all characteristics that today's youth should emulate. By graduation, with valuable experience under her belt, she knew which opportunities she was looking for and put her best foot forward to establish herself.
This book is a must read for kids in high school who are beginning to plot their careers. It's never too early to begin taking steps to reach your goals, instead of dreaming, wishing and hoping that they will materialize in your lap.
June 8, 2013
Moderately helpful. Has some great recommendations about what to wear, how to format emails, and ways to milk connections. The rest of the book is kind of common sense about, "Don't make your facebook picture a drunken bikini shot with your boyfriend" and "Don't be late to an interview." If you're a smart person seeking an internship, you already know half the stuff in her book, or you at least do it because that's what you think could be best. Still useful and had a couple good recommendations.
February 7, 2017
This book should be mandatory reading material for students! It gave me the confidence I needed to apply for an internship, that I managed to get and it prepares you for the internship itself. Lauren Berger shares great tips on how to use the contacts you make in the best way possible, I will keep this book near me until I land my dream job which I am sure will happen sooner rather than later due to the tips in this book!
March 16, 2013
I love love this book
I think all students should read this book. It is very informative and has a lot of examples and recommendations. This book is like the bible for college students.
I would so recommend this book. On the plus side met her last year over the summer; she is very nice and knows the struggle.
I think all students should read this book. It is very informative and has a lot of examples and recommendations. This book is like the bible for college students.
I would so recommend this book. On the plus side met her last year over the summer; she is very nice and knows the struggle.
September 15, 2014
This is a good book to read for those who have no idea about where to start with internships. Those who are experienced though may only find this book somewhat useful.
Also Lauren has no problem in bragging about her experiences. I understand establishing credibility, but it's a little overbearing when you keep talking about how great you are...
Also Lauren has no problem in bragging about her experiences. I understand establishing credibility, but it's a little overbearing when you keep talking about how great you are...
December 24, 2014
The book has some nice chapters, for example the linkedin/twitter chapter. Somehow the style of the book is very high school level and the book has a lot of chapters and pages that are not necessary, but if you want to refresh your memory or learn a few tips, it is worth a try. Skimmed through the last 80 pages.
June 7, 2015
Everything mentioned is COMMON SENSE (I don't have any internship experience before and my job experience is very minimum, but this book really is about COMMON SENSE to me). Besides, I believe her success is due to her extremely extroverted personality and her major/career/industry are just for extroverted people. She said in the introduction that everyone can be as successful as her, not true.
May 20, 2015
This is the perfect career book for anyone. It doesn't have to do with just internships, but it helps you build a better resume, what to do on your first day, how to network, and so much more. It is definitely worth a read.
January 10, 2013
Very very helpful!
June 24, 2013
Very informative and helpful text. It guides you in selecting, preparing, and landing internships.
June 6, 2014
Great reference book for interships and job searching.
August 11, 2016
Again, I started to skim this book so I could have a discussion with my niece, but it was pretty good! If you swap "internship" for "job" or "position" it's great advise regardless.
March 29, 2015
Informative, engaging and well-written. This book is a must for anyone looking for internships.
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March 24, 2016For those who are currently seeking an internship
May 25, 2016
A great guide for getting out there and starting your working life.
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