by Interns DC | Mar 28, 2017 | Employment Tips, Internship Tips
Unpaid internships originated in the olden days when young people would apprentice with a skilled craftsman so they could learn their skills, like blacksmithing, construction, even how to paint (Think Michaelangelo). Today, they have become quite the norm. As you...
by Interns DC | Mar 9, 2017 | Internship Advice, Internship Tips
Here’s how to survive with your sanity intact Your supervisor just dropped the bomb, “It’s eval time!” You probably didn’t hear whatever he said after that; all you could hear was your own internal voice shouting, “O-M-G.” Ohemgee, simmer down. It’s not going to be as...
by Interns DC | Mar 7, 2017 | DC Culture, Employment Tips, Events, Internship Advice, Internship Opportunities, Internship Tips, Life Hacks, Tips for Recent Grads, WISH Internships, WISH Newsletter, WISH Seminar, WISH Social
Resume Building Featuring Adam Kress Wednesdsay, March 15, 6:00pm-8:00pm: WISH Ballroom on Capitol Hill Learn how to build the perfect resume with Adam Kress! Bring a copy of your resume! Food provided first come, first served. RSVP to media@internsdc.com....
by Interns DC | Feb 14, 2017 | Employment Tips, Internship Tips
“Besides getting several paper cuts in the same day or receiving the news that someone in your family has betrayed you to your enemies, one of the most unpleasant experiences in life is a job interview.” Lemony Snicket, The Carnivorous Carnival Think you nailed...
by Interns DC | Nov 29, 2016 | Employment Tips, Internship Tips
Today, unpaid internships have become a bit controversial. With minimum wage, the cost of education and student loans rising, working for free presents challenges, particularly when the intern is just running errands and getting coffee. Are unpaid internships worth...
by Interns DC | Nov 15, 2016 | Internship Advice, Internship Tips, Positively Positive!
Not many people start at the top, or even in the career they wind up in. We get it – being an intern isn’t always fun. But the experience can be hugely helpful in your career path. Here are just a few mega business people and top celebs who got their start...
