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Securing a Last-Minute Internship
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Also, check where the funding for a non-governmental organization comes from. If a foundation funds it, that group may fund similar organizations that have posts available.
More ideas from other experts : "Use the alumni associations," Oldman said. "Go to your career office or alumni office and look at people willing to be contacted in the industry that interests you and write them letters or drop them an e-mail and offer your services."
If you write 10 or 15 letters, he said, your information may wind up in the hands of someone who can help.
Be creative, Oldman said. "Think about creating an internship where none exist. . . . using your network to propose an ad hoc internship where none yet exists."
He suggested that people looking for internships go to industry-specific Web chats such as those on his company's site, http:/
Also, try your school's Web site; look at job boards for the companies and fields that interest you.
"You should work your network and the forgotten networks around you," Oldman said.
Francine Blume, who handles American University's internship program, said that even though it's late, you shouldn't forget the essentials. She recommends researching the company, having someone look at your résumé and practicing your job interview skills. (And don't forget a thank-you note!) And, because internship time is fast approaching, she said, "Don't take a week off to recover from exams."
