Looking for an Internship

How can BCC help me find an internship?

We have various methods for assisting you in your search for an internship.  Our job and internship posting site, called CONNECT, gives you up-to-date information about pre-existing opportunities in many areas, including Business, Marketing, IT, Communications, Social Services and many other fields.  In addition, we have partnerships with many area businesses, which allow us to continuously developing new opportunities for students.  Keep reading to find out how to take advantage of this great resource!

What are some other tools for finding an internship?

In addition to using the great resources available at BCC, you may also use your own social and professional network to find an internship. Just like job searching, internship searching is often best done through networking. Talk to people you know; ask about possible opportunities; and directly contact companies that you know you want to work for.

You can also search online for internship postings.  Here are some good web sites to use:

Seattle Craigslist: http://seattle.craigslist.org  
Search for jobs by industry, and check the Internship box to limit your search results.

Simply Hired: http://www.simplyhired.com
Use search terms such as “Accounting Internship” or “Web Development Internship.”

Google: http://www.google.com  
Search by the specific title and location, such as “Bookkeeping Intern Bellevue, WA” or “Interior Design Intern Seattle.”

Monster Trak: http://www.monstertrak.com/  
Self-described as the "largest, oldest, and most popular job listing site for college students and alumni."

Intern Jobs: http://www.internjobs.com/  
Provides national listings and allows students to post their resume.

Intern Web: http://www.internweb.com/  
Includes internship announcements and internship-related articles.

Princeton Review: http://www.princetonreview.com/cte/search/careersearch.asp
Includes internship announcements and articles on the career planning process, college preparation and selection, etc.

Idealist: http://www.idealist.org/
Internships at non-profit and community organizations in 165 countries.

How long does it take to find an internship?

The search time varies greatly depending on your specific interests and needs, as well as the current job market.

What should I do first?

Before beginning your internship search, you need to meet with the BCC Academic Internship Program Coordinator.  During the meeting, we will help you to define your area of interest, improve your resume and/or portfolio, develop persuasive cover letters, sharpen your interviewing skills, and identify potential employers.  Please call the Center for Career Connections front desk at 425-564-2279 for an appointment.  We are located on the second floor of Building B (the Student Services building).