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With the global pandemic still in full effect, many companies have now moved their internship
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programs online, including Amazon, Bloomberg, and Lloyds Bank. This switch has allowed many people to multiply their internship options and find great opportunities
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from the comfort of their own home. If you're someone who is looking for an online internship, keep watching to gain some
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expert tips. Number 1. Know When to Apply Most internships run in the summer months
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between June and September. Applicants are usually accepted in the program at least six months in advance
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It's important to know when the company starts accepting applications so that you can be
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one of the first in line. To find out more about a particular internship opening, check out the websites of the companies
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you want to apply for. Number 2. Create a Standout CV To get noticed, you're going to need an
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impressive CV that will show off your current skills, education, and past experience
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That said, this can be quite tricky if you're still a student
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So to ensure you've got a great entry-level CV, why not get some professional help
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You can get in touch with one of our expert CV writers who will ensure that you have a
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Number 3. Utilize Different Platforms Luckily, there are plenty of ways to discover
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virtual internships. You can utilize job portals like internship.com and Indeed, as well as LinkedIn and company websites
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In addition, you can use social media platforms like Facebook to join internship groups and
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Twitter to discover chats around relevant internship hashtags. Number 4. Contact Companies Directly Some firms offer limited amount of internship
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positions but fail to post these online. So don't be afraid to reach out to companies directly and ask if you can intern for them
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They might consider the opportunity even if they weren't actively looking for an intern
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Besides, this will make you seem proactive and can earn you some extra brownie points
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Number 5. Prepare for an Online Interview Once your application has been accepted, you'll
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be invited to an online interview. Although this will be very similar to an in-person interview, it can make it harder to get your
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personality across. Make sure to keep eye contact throughout the video call by looking directly at the camera
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instead of the screen. Number 6. Send a Follow-up Email After you're done with your interview, there's
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one last step to securing your internship – a follow-up email. It's essential that you send an email to thank your interviewer for their time and
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to follow up on any points you made during the interview. So there you have it – everything you need to know to secure a virtual internship and
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get some great experience on your CV. If you want further information, head over to CareerAddict.com
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