10. What advice would you give to future interns? How did your internship benefit you? What tips/suggestions do you have for future Moravian interns?

My advice to future interns would be to take it seriously. All companies have a different workload for their interns, but whether you’re working on projects or just filling envelopes, take advantage of the opportunity to learn more about the company, industry, and whether or not you feel that it is a good fit for you. Don't let any day feel wasted. I would also say make sure to network. This is your opportunity to connect with professionals in the industry. Get to know them and let them get to know you. You can learn a lot from them and they can also serve as a reference for you in your job search as well. My internship benefitted me by confirming my career path as well as developing me as an aspiring professional. I would encourage all Moravian students to contact the career center and see what internship opportunities are available. At work this week, I read a research brief that was released in September 2010 from National Association of Colleges and Employers that stated that candidates with internship experience were considerably more likely to receive a job offer than those who did not have any experiential education in their background. They also stated that graduates with internships also tended to receive a significantly higher starting salary. Those statistics alone should be enough to motivate students. Pursuing an internship is not only beneficial in college but for the long run.