National Intern Day, which falls on July 30, was founded in 2017 by the organization WayUp to celebrate and call attention to interns and the great work that they do for companies throughout the country. On their quest to gain professional experience, interns learn to step into leadership roles and have the confidence to enter the workforce after graduation. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE), after administering a survey in May, discovered that 22% of employers had removed internship offers. According to indeed.com, “many graduates ..read more

New York State serves as one of the largest providers of jobs in finance, banking, and communication, as well as a hub for retail, manufacturing, and educational services, with an economic output comparable to that of the entire country of Canada. To prepare for such an expansive economy upon graduation, all 64 SUNY campuses are providing students applied learning opportunities, ranging from student research to studying abroad. Through these programs, SUNY students throughout the state are taking on prestigious internships, garnering the skills and knowledge necessary for success up ..read more

As the Spring 2018 semester wound to a close, both the First-Year Internship Program and the Emerging Leaders Program held receptions honoring the early-career SUNY New Paltz students who chose to devote significant time and energy in these programs, serving the campus community and developing valuable personal and professional skills. Though the two programs are distinct from one another, they share an appeal for high-achieving New Paltz students who eagerly seek co-curricular opportunities immediately upon arrival at the College. The First-Year Internship Program, a collaboration between th ..read more

Our economy changes daily, and with it, the talents, skills, and experience needed to be a part of that growth cycle change with it. The job market is competitive, and it can be a tough learning curve for recent graduates. Applied learning and internship opportunities are becoming a key part of the college experience for all students to meet the demand. What is an Internship? Dictionary.com defines an internship as “any official or formal program to provide practical experience for beginners in an occupation or profession.” The most important element of internships is the integration of classr ..read more

Hey everyone! My name is Tiffanie Li and I am another one of the new social media interns for Digital Engagement offices at SUNY. I am currently a Senior at the University at Albany with a double major in Psychology and Communications with a Business minor. My hometown is in Queens, NY so Albany was a different environment I experienced that I have grown to love. At the University at Albany, I try to balance academics, extracurricular activities, and work while getting at least five hours of sleep per day without crashing. All this is made possible by the copious amount of coffee I drink per ..read more

One of the greatest experiences you can have outside of the classroom is an internship. Whether it is paid, unpaid, or for class credit, an internship provides a student with real-world experience. Through these experiences, you will learn about the field in which you are hoping to work in one day and what it takes to succeed. Today, the country celebrates interns of all kind on the first National Intern Day, a day to celebrate all the hard working individuals who contribute to the success of organizations across the country while learning and preparing for their own success in the future. A ..read more

So you’ve landed your summer internship. Your opportunity to test your knowledge and skills in the job market and and show how you can make an impact in today’s economy is here. Maybe you followed our Tips to Land Your Dream Internship or maybe you used the Internshop to find a great opportunity in your field. Either way, now that you’ve nailed the interview you are left with one big question. What do I do now? Well, it’s time to make the most your internship. Sure, it looks good on a resume, but what’s important is not just the name: it’s the experience and skills you gain. So ..read more

It’s no secret that an internship can be a huge step forward for your education and your career. According to a 2014 report from the National Association of Colleges and Employers reported on by US News & World Report, less than 40 percent of the graduates who received a job offer before graduation did not have any internship experience (or a cooperative work-study program). It is through applied learning opportunities that SUNY creates an advantage for students, working so hard to connect these students to opportunities. From working with non-profit organizations to provide relief servic ..read more

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