Ask your high school counselor, local business owners and service clubs about summer jobs and internships that involve your college major.  Ask early – the closer time gets to summer, the more likely the preferred jobs and internships will be taken by other students.

Ask around and be creative.  For example, if you’re interested in biology or pre-medicine, are there internships or volunteer opportunities at the local hospital?  If you’re interested in computer science, are there local companies that will hire you for the summer?  Journalism?  Is there a local newspaper or city publication that could use your help?  College admission officers like to see students work activities that involve real thinking such as internships in journalism, advertising, law, or medicine. Try to develop your skills and interests.

Ideas and opportunities for great volunteer and summer activities are provided.