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Bruce MacLellan has been such a strong advocate for paid internships that his leadership (and the leadership of a few other enlightened PR leaders) has created a sea change in this area. Most of my students now find paid internships. This wasn't the case five years ago. I fully support the occasional unpaid learning opportunity. A good example is is an agency that recently asked us if we could find a few student volunteers to help them stuff gift bags and set up for an event. In return, the students would get some beauty products. This was a great opportunity for my students -- one afternoon, and they get a behind the scenes look at how a big event comes together. And, importantly, it was optional. No one had to go. (For the record -- there were more than enough volunteers in a few short minutes after the email went out.) Internships, on the other hand, are not optional. Students need to complete an internship to graduate. And I don't know any students who can afford to work an entire summer for free. The students we send out on internship are close to graduation and come with some useful skills. And yes, the time they spend interning is a vital part of their education. What they learn in a real workplace simply cannot be taught in a classroom, no matter how hard we try. I would like to sincerely thank all the employers who take on interns. I know you have to spend time mentoring and teaching them. I appreciate what you do so much -- they are very different people after just a few short months with you! If we want a strong industry filled with smart, creative people, we need to create space for them. Paid internships are one way to create those spaces. I am very grateful that so many employers realize this, and are providing amazing paid opportunities.

Seize Success: Essential College Experiences That Lead to Lifelong Fulfillment Your child’s college journey is a stepping stone to a fulfilling career and a successful life. In this insightful video, we uncover the six game-changing college experiences identified by the Gallup Purdue study—from engaging courses to meaningful internships. Find out how these experiences will empower your child to seize every opportunity and succeed beyond the classroom. #LampertEducationalResources #AffordCollege

BYU Pre-Business Students For those of you that did not get accepted into the program that you applied for: It’s okay! Rejection is redirection (credit Jonathan Javier💡) I applied to three BYU Marriott school programs when I was at the Y. I was waitlisted for two, but ultimately denied by all three programs. Then… I moved across the country to study Sport Management at North Carolina State University. Being in North Carolina led directly to the opportunity to work for TeamWork Online! The plan we have for ourselves often does not work out the way we thought it would. More important than your major, internships determine your job placement, post-graduation. Adapt to the changes and know that if you keep working, it’s all going to work out eventually. What internships are you looking for? P.S. Did you end up working in the same field as your degree? Comment below ✍️

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Get to know Leyah M. Dauber! Leyah joined the firm earlier this year as an Associate Advisor after graduating from SUNY Alfred State with a Bachelor of Business Administration Degree. She is a first-generation college graduate and found a passion for financial planning through her coursework and various internships. If you would like to speak with a member of our advisor team, using the link below to schedule your no-obligation consultation! Schedule Consultation Here - https://lnkd.in/e8KgaudK #WealthManagement #FinancialPlanning #GetToKnowUs #Advisor #Content

Some of the students got stuck after "What's your name?" and "What do you do?" at our networking workshop. They feel like they cannot ask anything not professionally-related during networking. We told them to ask about their job as follow ups: What is your favorite part about your job? What are your challenges? What is your company culture like? Meanwhile, in the back of the room, Michelle Quevedo-Penn and I reminisced about me breaking the ice by talking about a great carnitas joint around the corner from where we were and how she was looking for ways to welcome new team members. 😆 So, what is your networking style? Are you all business? Or are you more casual? What are some of your networking icebreaker questions? And why is it not "What's your favorite dinosaur?" #networkingtips #professionaldevelopment

There is just one thing that made our college life different No, it's not the field, the hard work, the goals. It's the exposure While eating at McDonald's a friend just said- " Yaar maine na utna explore nhi kiya inn 3 saalo mein" And it struck us exactly at that moment. It doesn't matter which college you got into but rather what you explore in depth there. While the institution's brand helps in terms of cohort and infrastructure, it is only the first step in a far longer journey. Your internships, clubs, societies, cold interactions and events where you get to meet people matter a lot. But this is not enough. The depth of your experiences is equally important; the ability to put in your 200% without thinking about the reward is crucial in this transactional and eternally distracted world. It simply means you love what you are doing. What was the place/person/event that gave you exposure in college? PS: Are we counting solo travel as exposure? PSS: Yes we are Image: Haridwar on 2 Oct'23, 6:34PM ( from my first solo trip)

Catch this conversation w/Inside Higher Ed & colleagues from The Washington Center, Bank of America & National Association of Colleges and Employers to talk about internship quality, access, and prevalence. I'll discuss recent findings from the National Survey of College Internships that is now administered by Strada Education Foundation. See you there!

Look back with us on our journeys with our ILUMIN students and families over this past admissions cycle! We're so proud of all that our students have accomplished after the many essay revisions, application reviews, college lists, summer programs, internships, passion projects, future and career planning sessions, and more that they worked through to reach their goals. Here's to another great year together in 2024! #collegeadmissions #collegeconsulting #collegeessays #collegeapps #collegeapplications #yearinreview2023 #yearinreview