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What are some things that should keep in mind when applying for consulting internships without relevant professional experience?
For context, I'm currently applying from a legal background.
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Dear Victoria,
Hello !
The reason for an internship is exactly that. To help you gain valuable in your chosen field or in a potentially chosen field of study that becomes your core interest and possibly a degree at a higher learning institution.
For example: If you were to intern at NBC or another television/media tract, they wouldn’t expect you to have any experience (I wouldn’t think). They would also want to train you to be a person who would be able to slide into a job or position based upon the way that they actually train and mold you.
Therefore, apply, apply, apply ! Suggestion: Get a smattering of ideas and run with what you think will make YOU happy. It’s all about you in the end.
Good luck !
Mary Ann
Research what companies have internships in your field of interest.
Call HR depts and ask if they have any advice while applying and compare that to a list of your pros and cons.
Hello !
The reason for an internship is exactly that. To help you gain valuable in your chosen field or in a potentially chosen field of study that becomes your core interest and possibly a degree at a higher learning institution.
For example: If you were to intern at NBC or another television/media tract, they wouldn’t expect you to have any experience (I wouldn’t think). They would also want to train you to be a person who would be able to slide into a job or position based upon the way that they actually train and mold you.
Therefore, apply, apply, apply ! Suggestion: Get a smattering of ideas and run with what you think will make YOU happy. It’s all about you in the end.
Good luck !
Mary Ann
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Thank you Mary Ann! This reframing of what an internship is supposed to be is really helpful!
Victoria