{"id":5975,"date":"2015-05-22T12:25:39","date_gmt":"2015-05-22T16:25:39","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/progressions.prsa.org\/?p=5975"},"modified":"2018-08-22T10:40:50","modified_gmt":"2018-08-22T14:40:50","slug":"interntalk-a-crash-course-on-interning-in-a-new-city","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/progressions.prsa.org\/index.php\/2015\/05\/22\/interntalk-a-crash-course-on-interning-in-a-new-city\/","title":{"rendered":"InternTalk: A Crash Course on Interning in a New City"},"content":{"rendered":"
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You worked your network, polished your r\u00e9sum\u00e9 and landed your dream internship in a new and exciting city. Now what? Next steps include packing outfits for multiple months \u2014 while staying under the 50 pound luggage limit imposed by most airlines, finding affordable housing and making the most of living in a new city. These aspects are often overlooked when considering an internship away from home or school. But don\u2019t stress \u2014 this is the exciting part! You\u2019ve already landed the dream position, so now it\u2019s time to settle into your new role. Here are a few tips to help you do that well:<\/p>\n

Dressing Like a Pro<\/b><\/p>\n

Ask your supervisor and speak to previous interns about the company culture in your new workplace. If the whole staff is wearing jeans to work, you may seem overdressed in a pantsuit or sports jacket. On the other hand, if your workplace requires professional dress, you will need to pack accordingly. Whatever the work environment, transitional pieces will be your new best friends this summer. From polo shirts to chiffon tops, pairing a transitional shirt with a jacket or blazer may be a perfect for the office \u2014 and also perfect to pair with khakis or shorts for exploring on the weekends. Best of all, transitional pieces mean you can pack less and avoid any overweight baggage fees.<\/p>\n

Housing on a Student\u2019s Budget<\/b><\/p>\n

Affordable housing, especially in cities known for their outrageous real estate costs, can seem impossible to find. Websites such as Craigslist<\/a> and Airbnb<\/a> are great ways to search for sublets and temporary housing in a range of cities. If you know any students living in the city to which you\u2019ll be moving, don\u2019t be afraid to ask them for help. Often, there will be an online group for students looking to sublet in the summer. Local friends are also a great way to ask for nonbiased opinions on the best neighborhoods to target in your apartment hunt. Sometimes an apartment near a metro stop in a neighborhood farther away from the office is more convenient than an apartment in a closer neighborhood.<\/p>\n

Adventuring in a New Place<\/b><\/p>\n

Living in a new city offers an incredible opportunity to immerse yourself in a new culture. Many museums and other cultural institutions offer either free admission on certain nights of the week or heavily discounted tickets for students. Research ahead of time and plan your weeknights accordingly. Also check out websites such as Eater<\/a> to find the best restaurants and food-related deals in your city.<\/p>\n

Once you\u2019ve got these topics covered, you can focus on making the most of your summer internship. Good luck!<\/p>\n

What tips do you have for students interning in a new city?<\/b><\/p>\n

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Intern Talk\u201d is a guest column produced by Jonathan Hill, 2014\u20132015\u00a0vice president of career services<\/a>. The column covers various aspects of the public relations industry, giving PRSSA members the tools to secure internships and make the most of their professional experiences. For more career resources, visit the PRSSA\u00a0Career Manual<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0Internship Center<\/a>.<\/i><\/p>\n

This post was written by Veronica Mingrone, incoming vice president of career services. You can follow her on Twitter <\/i>@veronica_min<\/a> or connect with her on LinkedIn<\/a><\/i>.<\/i><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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