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How important is the school's help finding internship opportunities when selecting a university?

I am going to major in actuarial science. I am simply not sure how much merit I should assign to schools that provide great internship resources.

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Kelly’s Answer

When searching for internships, it's important to have a university that actively supports its students. Instead of navigating company websites alone, look for universities with active student clubs and organizations in your field. These can help you network with professionals who might offer internships. A university with a career center that assists with resume writing and interviews, and has connections with companies you're interested in, can be very helpful. You've got this!
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Donna’s Answer

Personally, I would think internship support to be a neutral factor as I think you could accomplish that on your own. Having a good career advising program in general could be helpful, although from mine and my three children's experiences, most of our success in the job market came from personal initiative. You might want to consider a school with an actuarial studies program. I did not do that but there were very few schools offering it back in the 1970's when I went to college. Schools with such programs likely offer more direction and support in pursuing actuarial careers.

I also never had an intership - - my summer jobs were focused on making money. Also, I didn't even think about careers until my senior year. I concentrated on majoring in the subject I loved, mathematics, with a double major in another subject that held interest for me and had amazing professorsat my school, which was political science. Also at my university political science was quantitatively oriented which fed into my love of mathematics.

Bottom line, find a school which fits your style and academic interests and financial circumstances. It is very important to be comfortable at the university or college you chose. The size of the school, the setting (city, suburban, rural), the distance from home, the campus vibe and activities available I think are much more important than internship support.
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Britney’s Answer

Hi Myah,

It is important that the university supports their students finding jobs after college, but keep in mind that the students should also be forward thinking with applying to internships while in school and networking. Universities should be a bridge but a lot of this should fall on the students drive and determination. I hope this helps!
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Agata’s Answer

It's a bit of both, but you, the student, should take the lead. Many schools host job fairs and similar events to help you see what opportunities are available. I believe in the idea of "if you want something done, do it yourself." However, schools will support you once you show that you are willing and committed.
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