Internship hunting made easy

by Sandy Zhang on Jul 3rd, 2023

Why Internships

If you’re looking for work experience or looking to pursue something you're interested in, internships can be a good solution. Internships are opportunities that allow someone to gain experience in a particular profession. They help to develop skills that are essential to the field.

You’re able to develop soft skills that are useful regardless of profession. Since soft skills are flexible, it prepares you for both your specific field and others.

It can also build your confidence. While an internship may be similar to that of an actual job, you have room to make mistakes, to learn. Learning from your mistakes will prepare you for similar situations in future jobs and can help you build confidence.

Internships are also a great way for you to network. There is a lot of competition for jobs these days, especially in certain fields, which can make it difficult to find a job on the spot. This is why networking is extremely beneficial. To show quantitatively, according to a report by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and Yale University, 70% of jobs are found through networking. Not only should you participate in an internship, but you should also leave a good impression because they could potentially offer you job opportunities.

They also help build your resume. Employers want to see individuals who have skills and experience. Even if the internship doesn’t have anything to do with the job you’re applying for, putting it on your resume can still be more helpful than having nothing.

Internship Pain

Nowadays, it’s also hard to find internships. There are strict requirements and internships also look for experience. Some people may find the written part to be tedious and tend to put less energy into it. However, these questions are what allows the company to see you as a person. It’s important to put a good amount of effort and dedication into the written part as much as preparing for your interview. With such a long process some people might not apply to internships they want and instead choose internships that require less work for the application.

With the help of AI, the application process can be made a lot easier. Not only can AI help with the written portion, but it can also help you prep for the interviews.

Cover Letter

Cover letters are important to any sort of internship. It allows the company to see your dedication and more about yourself. This helps them decide if you’re a good fit for their team.

Statistics suggest that 49% of hiring managers believe that a strong cover letter convinces them to interview an otherwise weak applicant, and 33% of them believe that a good and impressive cover letter can elevate a weak applicant and impact a strong applicant if, in case they submit bad cover letters.

With the help of AI, there are now multiple cover letter generators. Several examples would be CoverDoc.AI, Rezi, Grammarly, ChatGPT, etc.

By inputting your interests, passions, goals, skills, and experiences, AI can help you generate a good cover letter unique to you.

Here is an example of a cover letter produced by ChatGPT:

[Your Name]

[Your Address]

[City, State, ZIP Code]

[Email Address]

[Phone Number]

[Date]

[Company Name]

[Company Address]

[City, State, ZIP Code]

Dear Hiring Manager,

I am writing to express my interest in the [Job Title] position at [Company Name]. As a motivated and skilled individual with a strong passion for coding, I believe that my background in leadership, communication, and teamwork, along with my experience in coding and robotics, make me an excellent fit for your organization.

Currently pursuing my studies at Princeton University, I am enrolled in a rigorous computer science program where I have gained a solid foundation in various programming languages, including Java and Python. My coursework has equipped me with the necessary skills to develop innovative solutions and think critically about complex problems. Moreover, my dedication and enthusiasm for coding have driven me to continuously expand my knowledge and stay updated with the latest industry trends.

One aspect that sets me apart is my ability to effectively lead and collaborate with others. Through my involvement in various group projects and extracurricular activities, I have honed my skills in teamwork and communication. As a team leader in a robotics lab, I have successfully coordinated with team members to design and build autonomous robots, ensuring efficient project completion while fostering a supportive and inclusive environment. These experiences have taught me the importance of effective communication, adaptability, and problem-solving, which I believe are vital for achieving success in any organization.

In addition to my academic pursuits, I also work part-time at a boba shop, which has enhanced my interpersonal skills and customer service abilities. This experience has allowed me to interact with diverse individuals and handle challenging situations with a calm and professional demeanor. It has also reinforced my work ethic and time management skills, as I balance my responsibilities between work, academics, and extracurricular activities.

I am particularly drawn to [Company Name] due to its reputation for innovation and commitment to pushing the boundaries of technology. I am excited about the opportunity to contribute my skills and knowledge to a dynamic and forward-thinking organization like yours. I am confident that my technical expertise, leadership qualities, and passion for coding would make me a valuable asset to your team.

I would welcome the chance to discuss further how my qualifications align with the requirements of the [Job Title] position. Thank you for considering my application. I have attached my resume for your review. I look forward to the opportunity of discussing my application with you in more detail.

Sincerely,
[Your Name]

With the span of 5 minutes, you can get a complete cover letter. You are welcome to generate as many cover letters as you like until you get one you prefer.

Interview process

Don’t know how to prepare for the interview process?

Read about the company and search for how the interview process was for other people to get an idea of what type of questions would be asked for your specific position. Prepare by inputting the question into the AI and asking it to generate an answer based on the goals of the company and what they look for in a candidate. The answer would vary based on what the company looks for. Several answers could be generated so you could compare your answer to that of the AI and adjust accordingly.

If you can’t find any interview questions, you can also ask the AI to generate interview questions based on the position you’re applying to.

Here is an example of interview questions generated by AI for the position of digital marketing.

Certainly! Here are some interview questions for a candidate applying to a digital marketing position:

1. Can you provide an overview of your experience in digital marketing?

2. What strategies have you used to drive organic traffic to a website?

3. How do you stay up-to-date with the latest trends and changes in digital marketing?

4. Can you share an example of a successful digital marketing campaign you've executed in the past?

5. How do you approach keyword research and optimization for search engine optimization (SEO)?

6. How do you measure the success of a digital marketing campaign?

7. What tools or software do you typically use for digital marketing analytics and reporting?

8. Can you explain the concept of conversion rate optimization (CRO) and how you have implemented it in your previous work?

9. Have you worked with paid advertising platforms like Google Ads or Facebook Ads? If so, what strategies have you used to optimize campaign performance and achieve your goals?

10. How do you approach social media marketing? Can you share some best practices you follow?

11. How do you create and manage email marketing campaigns?

12. Have you worked with content marketing? How do you ensure content is engaging and relevant to the target audience?

13. Can you describe your approach to managing and optimizing a website's on-page and off-page SEO?

14. How do you utilize data and analytics to inform your digital marketing decisions?

15. Can you give an example of a time when you faced a challenge in a digital marketing campaign and how you resolved it?

These questions should help you assess the candidate's knowledge, experience, and problem-solving skills in the field of digital marketing.

You can generate as many questions as you like to prep and ask the AI how it would answer each question. This is a perfect way to prepare for interviews.