This is all about YOU

Doesn't it seem like everyone has an opinion about what internships you should be applying to? Maybe your advisor thinks you would be a great fit somewhere, your best friend wants you to apply to all of the same ones as her, and your family wants you to go to the internship closest to home. All of these ideas coming from all different directions only adds to the confusion you are currently experiencing.

I want to be the first to say that this is all about YOU. What do YOU want out of your internship? We all know by now that there is a great possibility we might not get matched with our first choice, but do you want to sit back and wonder what if? I have heard of people who decided not to apply somewhere because they thought it was too tough to get in even though it may have been their dream internship. And others don't want to leave boyfriends behind.

Please just keep in mind that this is a time in your life where you can afford to be a little selfish. I realize that many people are not in a situation where they can move around the country, but if you are embrace it! Be sure that you are choosing internships that are right for you based on your needs and wants, not based on convenience or the desires of others. If your top choice happens to be across the street or happens to be the same one that your best friend is ranking first, then that's great! If not, listen to your gut. I promise it's usually right.

Katie