Myth: The downturn in the economy means that no internships are available.
FACT: Interns are still in demand and will be where many organizations look to fulfill their fulltime recruiting needs. More and more companies report that they are using their interns as an effective way to fill their hiring needs. By participating in an internship you can get the inside track on the best opportunities. The Shriver Center has connections with hundreds of organizations where you can get your foot in the door (most paid) for this fall semester. By getting your resume approved in UMBCworks, you will have access to them as well!
Myth: Most students don't have enough experience to make a compelling resume and get the best positions.
FACT: You're probably more competitive than you think - and the Shriver Center can help you develop a resume and interview skills that will make you stand out. The Shriver Center has a range of services just for UMBC students to help you standout from your peers and get the positions you seek. We specialize in working with students to transform your credentials from ordinary to extraordinary!
Myth: If you're going to graduate school, you don't need to do internships or research.
FACT: What will make your applications stand out is the ways that you have applied what you have learned inside the classroom in a practical setting. The Shriver Center isn't just for students preparing for the corporate world - UMBCworks has many opportunities for students interested in research and academia. Taking advantage of these opportunities now will help you be more prepared and qualified for graduate studies.
To take advantages of all of these opportunities and more, log onto UMBCworks and start applying today!
For those of you who do not have a UMBCworks account, visit us on the web at http://shrivercenter.umbc.edu/student_howdoigetstarted.html
and call our front desk at 410-455-2493 to make an appointment to get your resume reviewed. The Shriver Center is located on the 1st Floor of the Public Policy Building.