As I mentioned briefly on the last Saturday, I have been contacting an Internship agent for whom might be interested to build up own career during holidays.
I have tried to find internships which do not involve paying fees but it was almost impossible to find one. So if we go through an agent, they will give you better chance to get an internship for you at your preferred time period. The cost will be $1,000 to $2,000 depends on the length you want to take.(min 2 weeks).
You may apply in the field of what you are currently studying. For example, if you are studying digital entertainment, you may apply for a multimedia company or a broadcasting company. If you are studying management, you may apply for a IT consulting company or marketing company. Choice is yours.. find more specifically what you want after your graduation. Visit www.seek.com.au to see what kind of jobs are available in the job market.
Internships are project-oriented so you won't ever just be photocopying or making cups of tea. We work with the company to come up with a real-life, practical project where you can make a valuable contribution. Entry-level roles may also include general administration work and observing others in their roles.
If you wish to take this opportunity, submit your resume(CV) and cover letter by 16/05/2008. I will not take any late application. I have attached sample resume and cover letter. Take a look at the samples and write your own with similar format.
--- Resume Guidelines
1. Make your resume between 1 and 2 pages long.
2. Detail your work experience. Start with your most recent job and go backwards. You can include paid work and volunteer positions. Describe your work and any challenges or achievements.
3. Detail your qualifications. Start with your most recent qualification and go backwards.
4. Detail your skills, including computer skills, English language level and any other languages you speak.
5. Briefly mention your interests.
6. Make sure you check your spelling and punctuation carefully.
--Cover Letter Guidelines
1. Make your cover letter 1 page long and use paragraphs.
2. Write "Dear Sir/Madam," at the top and "Yours faithfully," at the end.
3. Write one paragraph on what you can contribute to the organisation - any relevant experience at work, college or university and the skills you have. Be very clear how the internship relates to your studies or your job.
4. Write one paragraph about your personality and how you can fit in to the company.
5. Write one paragraph on what type of organisation you would like to work for and what you want to achieve in your internship.