Summer Possibilities Abound
(from the January 2011 issue of Campus Link)
Many students will be talking with advisors, professors and peers throughout the semester about how to get the most out of their summer break. Some will choose to take classes, while others will choose to get academic credit through an internship or to volunteer through a specific organization. If your student is interested in spending his summer in an academic-related internships, job or volunteer position, there are plenty of resources available to make this happen!
The process for deciding what to do can be overwhelming for students. Sometimes, they end up so overwhelmed with the possibilities that they procrastinate. Oftentimes, this results in missed deadlines and opportunities. Encourage your student to start the decision process early.
The first stop your student can make is in the campus career development office. Typically, the office will have access to internship listing in every academic field. The staff can also offer students guidance on what types of experiences will help them gain the best professional experience and where to go to get more information.
ESU Career Services is located in South Morse Hall, Room 433. To learn more about the valuable resources and services available, visit http://www.emporia.edu/careerservices/ or contact the office at 620-341-5407.