Remember to take advantage of micro-internship opportunities
Looking for a short-term opportunity to gain field experience and professional growth? Consider the benefit of a micro-internship experience, an new option at George Fox University’s Career & Academic Planning Center.
What is a micro-internship, you ask? Unlike traditional internships, micro-internships can take place year-round, typically range from five to 40 hours of work, and are typically completed within a month. Micro-intern assignments are comparable to those typically given to skilled new hires.
Micro-internships provide you with a tremendous opportunity. Not only do they allow you to explore different career paths and work on interesting assignments, they give you the chance to demonstrate your abilities to potential employers while building your professional portfolio and network.
The most appealing factor of micro-internships is that they are flexible work arrangements. Interns can capitalize on valuable work experience without being limited by class schedules and location. Many micro-internships can be completed at an intern’s leisure, so long as the project is completed by the end of the assignment.
Micro-internships provide networking opportunities that could lead to landing a full-time job, as they serve as a platform for you to showcase your knowledge, value and diligence.
If you’re interested in pursuing micro-internships, please contact Wade Witherspoon at wwitherspoon@georgefox.edu or 503-554-2338, or go to theforage.com or parkerdewey.com to get started.