2024 Navigating the U.S. Job and Internship Search Panel 

Hear from international student alums who shared their successes and challenges faced while searching for jobs in the U.S.!

By Desiree Martino
Desiree Martino Career Coach | Pronouns she/her
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Will I be able to gain an internship by using on-campus resources? Yes! Calla Kutschke did just that.  

Gaining internship opportunities can be an overwhelming process, however, accessing the Center for Career Readiness and Life Skills resources can be a guiding light through the process. Take Calla Kutschke, a sophomore Environmental Engineering major at UConn, as proof! From attending career fairs, utilizing our AI resume analyzer (Quinncia), and scheduling career coaching appointments, Calla was able to gain multiple internship experiences. Read on to learn more about Calla, her experiences on and off campus, and her advice for students of the Women’s affinity community. 

By Melanie Burgos Montero
Melanie Burgos Montero
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Introducing Universitas21!

The Universitas21 (U21) program offers free, online, international micro-internship opportunities allowing you to work with your fellow students from across the globe, sharing knowledge and expertise whilst immersing yourself in a commercial organization.

By Benjamin Talty
Benjamin Talty
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Go Get Yourself an Internship!  

Internships are great ways to gain real world experience and build hard and soft skills. Learn about Jarrin’s journey from intern to full-time hire at Traveler’s Insurance!

By Jarrin Araujo
Jarrin Araujo
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The Experience of Securing a Job or Internship as an International Student 

We know it can be difficult to navigate finding a job or internship in the U.S. as an international student, so here’s some advice from other international students who have found success and ways you can too!

By Desiree Martino
Desiree Martino Career Coach | Pronouns she/her
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5 Tips for a Successful Summer Internship Experience

An internship is a great way to expand your knowledge and apply what you’ve learned during your studies. It’s also a great way to gain real-world experience, boost your resume, and strengthen your skill set. Below, you’ll find advice on …

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My Experience as a Lobbying Intern

A lobbyist serves as an intermediary between the client and lawmakers in an attempt to influence legislation. Here’s my experience as an intern for a lobbying and public relations firm in Hartford.

By Chris McAuliffe
Chris McAuliffe
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Internship Opportunities in Government

Working for the government can set you up for success, with great benefits and the opportunity to contribute to the common good! Read on to learn about where to look for government internship opportunities.

By Christopher McAuliffe
Christopher McAuliffe
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It’s Not too Late to Find a Summer Internship!

Just starting the internship search now? Don’t worry, there’s still time to find an internship for this summer! Read on for resources and tips to make it happen.

By Jarrin Araujo
Jarrin Araujo
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Panelists Offer Encouraging Words for Finding a Job or Internship as an International Student

The Center for Career Development and International Student and Scholar Services hosted a panel discussion Navigating the U.S. Job and Internship Search in October of ‘22. Three panelists joined the discussion: 

The following are topics of discussion from the panelists: 

By Desiree Martino
Desiree Martino Career Coach | Pronouns she/her
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