How to Set Yourself Apart in College Admissions
What fascinates you? Are you driven to learn about the internet, technology or business? Do you want to be head-and-shoulders above the crowd in college admissions? Are you looking for fresh challenges and new opportunities?
Here’s a daring idea that is sure to help you on your path to Stanford. Make yourself available as an intern!
This is a lot easier than you might think. Of course, it takes some work and initiative from you, but it is worth the trouble. It looks really good on your college applications, and it can help you to elevate your professional and career interests to the next level.
Here are two ways to get started on this:
1. Google local start-ups. Send them e mails with a brief description of your experience and your background. Tell them you are seeking a part-time or summer internship.
Stick with local opportunities for two reasons. First, they will be the most convenient for you. Second, you are more likely to find work that really interests you.
Second: Browse through your favorite online services like Myspace, Imeem, and Facebook. Look for recruiters and human resource staff members. Get in touch with them and let them know that you are looking for a volunteer position. This is a good way to find what you are looking for.
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You will find that startups are always looking for help. Free help is especially welcome. When you show this kind of get-up-and-go when you are still a high school student, it is sure to look impressive on your college applications and later on your resumes. So, don’t be afraid. Get out there and ask. The worst they can do is turn you down.
When you have internships listed on your college application, it is icing on the cake. Internship experience shows that you are an applicant who has leadership ability, work experience, and initiative. It also gives you a great topic to discuss during your alumni interviews and to write about in your college essays.
Finally, and best of all, an internship assures you a fantastic recommendation. Your recommendation from your CEO will blow the other applicants teacher recommendations out of the water. So, all around, you have nothing to lose and everything to gain by doing some intern work. It will surely help you get into Harvard.
Always brainstorm and use your most creative ideas. Fresh new ideas are the ones that get you where you want to go. If you have a great idea and want some feedback on it, run it by me at john AT hopelesstoharvard.com.
Unique risk-taking is a sure way to increase your chance of acceptance to an Ivy League school. You have nothing to lose and everything to gain! Get started finding your internship opportunity today!
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