It seems like for the past 7 months we’ve been networking and talking ourselves up and trying to woo companies into giving us internships.
As the summer approaches and interview season is winding down, our focus as MBAs shifts. We are no longer prioritizing talking the talk, but will soon need to walk the walk.
Specifically, we actually have to do a good job at the internships that we’ve landed.
In case the process is new to you, one of the major motivations for doing a good job at a summer internship is receiving a full-time offer.
This offer is given at the end of your internship (so, summer 2010) and commences upon graduation in May 2011. Yes, you can actually know what you are doing after graduation before your 2nd year as an MBA even begins!
Ray and Jonlee led a very informative and humorous discussion of what to do and what NOT to do at our summer internships.
If I had to crassly summarize I’d say: take charge, lead confidently, get to know people, show humility, get results, be a sponge, and lay off the sauce.
Besides the various networking and project management tips, it was also encouraging to know that either Ray or Jonlee are accessible throughout the summer in case we need real-time advice.
As nerve-wracking as this can be, I definitely feel as if support and guidance is right behind me.
Mike Hardman
About Me
- Mike Hardman
- Originally from the Washington, DC area I am a proud member of the Consumer Marketing Academy. I have a background in marketing strategy consulting and a Master's in Communications from Syracuse University. I am excited to call B-town my home until May 2011.......