Internships & Career

MORE DETAILED INFORMATION ON PREPARING FOR AN INTERNSHIP

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  1. Plan and Explore Job Search Strategies

  Start by learning how to conduct an effective job search. This will help you navigate the job market more effectively. Check out this website: BYU’s Career & Experiential Learning Effective Job Search.
  

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  2. Create a LAMP List of Companies

  Take some time to create a list of companies you’d would like to work for. These are the organizations that align with your interests and goals. Check out this video:

  2 - Creating A LAMP List

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  3. Evaluate Companies and Check for Openings

  Make sure to rank where each of your companies lies in hiring BYU alumni and if they currently have openings. This will help you prioritize your applications: This video will show you how:

  3 - Prioritize Target Employers

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  4. Network Strategically

  Networking is a key to finding opportunities in today’s job market. Learn effective networking strategies to connect with professionals in your area and field. Watch BYU’s Career & Experiential Learning videos on how to network effectively:

  4 - Find Contacts and Track Communication

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  5. Perfect Your Resume and Cover Letter

  Work on refining your resume and cover letter with resources like Heidi Jarvis and Vmock. A strong resume package will make you stand out to future employers.

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  6. Request an Interview Discussion

  Reach out to a career advisor like Allie Sensinger to discuss plans regarding industry, REUs, and graduate school. Exploring possibilities in Mathematics is her specialty.

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  7. Optimize Your LinkedIn Profile

  Create an attractive LinkedIn profile that showcases your skills and experiences. Make sure to run this by Allie Sensinger to verify it is working.

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  8. Utilize Handshake

  Take advantage of Handshake, a valuable platform for finding job opportunities and connecting with employers.

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  9. Practice Mock Interview and Mock Tech Interviews

  Meet with Allie Sensinger to practice mock interviews or use Big Interview to practice.

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  10. Explore Job Posting Boards

  Check out job boards like Handshake, LinkedIn, Glassdoor, Hackerrank, and Indeed. If you need ideas on searching, please meet with Allie Sensinger.

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  11. Plan to attend Math 191 and the Math Career Essentials (MATH 495) courses

  Not only will these courses prepare you for industry and academic pursuits, but your employability will skyrocket once you have taken these classes.

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  12. Attend On-Campus Career Fairs & Networking Events

  Don’t miss out on career fairs and networking events hosted by BYU. Careers & Experiential Learning hosts many career fairs and company information sessions each semester. Check with Handshake to register for these events.