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Shaun
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What year in college should I start internships so that I have a large amount of experience when applying for a job?
I am a high school senior planning to achieve a master's in biblical studies. Doing internships will enable me to be more experienced, which will give me a greater chance of getting an exceptionally good job. I just do not know when to start internships.
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Michelle M.
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Hello, Shaun !
This is a great question for an awesome career interest !
Normally, many students ask about Internships for their field of career interest, but I like to re-direct students to seeking volunteer work instead. It's quicker and easier to obtain. Not all places offer "Internships", but most places would invite a volunteer to help out. So if you can pivot to Volunteer Work for now and this summer, it will be a valuable experience.
Although you may not start out with biblical or Faith Based counseling, the apex of this career is counseling and getting used to talking with people, developing listening skills and even knowing how to engage with a client. It's important to get experience with the secular population because even as a Christian Counselor, you will need that foundation. So my advice is for now and through the summer, do volunteer work. But where ?
Visit all of the churches and offer to be a volunteer situational counselor or employment services counselor to the people the church serves or for anyone who drops in. Remember that it would not be therapy, just giving advice, information and referrals at this point. You can even visit any faith based community services organizations to offer volunteer work. To maintain and grow in your knowledge of the Bible, attend Bible Studies where ever they are available, at your own church or others.
When getting ready for college as a Biblical Studies Major, apply for Federal Student Financial Aid and choose the Work Study option. When you obtain the Work Study grant, go to your major department and tell them that you want a work study position in that department. Find out what positions are available, but also inquire as to if you can be a situational counselor for the Work Study job. This will be great experience before you obtain your Masters Degree. Work Study is a quick, easy way to have a job you do on campus and it is superb experience on a resume that you worked at a University.
Ask one of your major professors if students are sometimes placed in Internships in their Junior and Senior years. Some colleges do Internship Placement that way, but you'll have to find this out if your college does this by asking a professor.
Try not to worry about having any certain amount of experience because you'll have additional opportunities during your Masters Degree program. Just take everything a step at a time, do not generalize about the future as you will have a unique career. The people you meet and network with at college and volunteering may lead to an opportunity after graduation, so it's best to not worry about the future.
I hope this helps and I wish you all the best !
This is a great question for an awesome career interest !
Normally, many students ask about Internships for their field of career interest, but I like to re-direct students to seeking volunteer work instead. It's quicker and easier to obtain. Not all places offer "Internships", but most places would invite a volunteer to help out. So if you can pivot to Volunteer Work for now and this summer, it will be a valuable experience.
Although you may not start out with biblical or Faith Based counseling, the apex of this career is counseling and getting used to talking with people, developing listening skills and even knowing how to engage with a client. It's important to get experience with the secular population because even as a Christian Counselor, you will need that foundation. So my advice is for now and through the summer, do volunteer work. But where ?
Visit all of the churches and offer to be a volunteer situational counselor or employment services counselor to the people the church serves or for anyone who drops in. Remember that it would not be therapy, just giving advice, information and referrals at this point. You can even visit any faith based community services organizations to offer volunteer work. To maintain and grow in your knowledge of the Bible, attend Bible Studies where ever they are available, at your own church or others.
When getting ready for college as a Biblical Studies Major, apply for Federal Student Financial Aid and choose the Work Study option. When you obtain the Work Study grant, go to your major department and tell them that you want a work study position in that department. Find out what positions are available, but also inquire as to if you can be a situational counselor for the Work Study job. This will be great experience before you obtain your Masters Degree. Work Study is a quick, easy way to have a job you do on campus and it is superb experience on a resume that you worked at a University.
Ask one of your major professors if students are sometimes placed in Internships in their Junior and Senior years. Some colleges do Internship Placement that way, but you'll have to find this out if your college does this by asking a professor.
Try not to worry about having any certain amount of experience because you'll have additional opportunities during your Masters Degree program. Just take everything a step at a time, do not generalize about the future as you will have a unique career. The people you meet and network with at college and volunteering may lead to an opportunity after graduation, so it's best to not worry about the future.
I hope this helps and I wish you all the best !
Esha C
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Hello Shaun,
It's fantastic that you're already thinking about internship options! Exploring these opportunities early in your career is a smart move and can really help you land a great job later on. Keep an eye out for internships and volunteer work by talking to your professors, school counselors, and seniors who share your interests and major. This will help you expand your network and find the right opportunity quickly. Consider using your summer breaks for internships or volunteering to gain valuable experience.
Good luck!
It's fantastic that you're already thinking about internship options! Exploring these opportunities early in your career is a smart move and can really help you land a great job later on. Keep an eye out for internships and volunteer work by talking to your professors, school counselors, and seniors who share your interests and major. This will help you expand your network and find the right opportunity quickly. Consider using your summer breaks for internships or volunteering to gain valuable experience.
Good luck!