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What are some things I can do to increase my chances of a marketing internship after my freshman year in college? #Spring26

I'm currently a senior in high school. I' very interested in marketing and advertising and would love to get a jump start on connections and possible internships after my freshman year in college. I am a hard worker and good student.

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Terina’s Answer

Listen carefully to your colleagues, friends, or family for chances to volunteer in marketing activities. While marketing seems like a professional skill, it's something many people do daily. For instance, organizing a kid's birthday party is like planning an event. You use planning skills with a spreadsheet, negotiation skills when contacting suppliers, budgeting skills to manage costs, and design skills for invitations. In a more professional setting, consider reaching out to marketing agencies or professionals to volunteer or shadow them and learn more. Keeping a positive attitude and gaining experience are important steps in building any career.
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Jessica’s Answer

It's great that you're thinking about this already! The biggest thing you can do is start building experience wherever it's available. If there are clubs or organizations at your university that could use marketing support, reach out and see if there are projects you can help with. Real experience, even if it's unpaid, goes a long way.

I'd also make it a priority to attend every career fair, employer networking event, and alumni event your school hosts. Those are some of the easiest ways to make meaningful connections, learn about different career paths, and get your name in front of recruiters before internship recruiting really ramps up.

You can also reach out to people on LinkedIn. Many large companies have dedicated summer internship programs, so I'd make a list of companies you're interested in and connect with people on their marketing teams to see if they'd be open to a quick conversation. Those conversations can give you valuable advice and help you stand out when applications open.

Finally, don't get too focused on landing your dream marketing internship right away. If you have the opportunity to work at a smaller company or in another business-related role, take it. Early in your career, almost any experience where you're learning how a business operates and developing professional skills will be valuable.
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Prashanth’s Answer

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My foremost suggestion is to do a through analysis on the global trend and markets. have a list of fields u want to focus on. you need to visit any of the companies/industries to study the products and services they render and to see how that can be more impactful to your career. Try to talk to more people with expertise and be part of mentorship
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Maya’s Answer

Use your university's resources to connect with alumni. Platforms like Handshake and LinkedIn are great for reaching out to people in industries you are interested in, especially since you share a common background. Create a folder with your work, like class projects and writing samples. Having a portfolio helps you stand out when applying for internships and shows you are willing to go the extra mile.
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Jeanne’s Answer

First, choose an industry you are interested in. Some industries are very specific, which might limit your future opportunities, while others, like FMCG, are more general. Join school clubs to gain some marketing experience. You can start by planning or organizing events, or marketing and selling for charity. This experience shows your marketing skills before you start your career. Often, even entry-level marketing jobs require some experience. As a new graduate, you may not have work experience, so participating in school clubs is a great way to demonstrate your abilities and succeed in interviews.
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