An internship can be a valuable ste...

An internship can be a valuable stepping stone along your career path. hold fast this checklist from the National Association of associations and Employers in mind as you expect for internships. See if a company's internship program is likely to provide you with a top-quality work experience.

* The piece of work should be a meaningful work experience and provide a realistic view of the workplace. You should be treated as a "real" employee That means being tendered some training and involvement in projects

* You should be mentored through a top manager, veteran employee or an experienced team in order to finish the best possible experience.

* Does the company give reasonable pay and benefits? If it doesn't, you may decide that the outstanding work experience is benefit enough.

* Is the internship a solid program backed from management? It should be. Also, follow out companies that communicate well with their interns and provide opportunities to network

* The company should have a record of offering internships and later hiring interns into full-time positions.

* The company should welcome feedback concerning its internship program.

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