Our friends at Wage Advocate have created this simple infographic, which contains all the hard facts that you need to know about unpaid internships. To learn more about how to spot an unlawful internship, check out this blog. To know more about the alternatives to applying for an unpaid internship, this blog might help. To … Continue reading [Infographic] An Informed Intern Toolkit
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3 Do’s: How To Be The Best Intern Candidate
Often, recruiters want to find the next 'superstar' of their company. Taken from experience and research, this blog is designed to help you be that type of paid intern candidate who employers favour! 1. Do: Research About The Company To stand out as an applicant, you should know as much information about the company you … Continue reading 3 Do’s: How To Be The Best Intern Candidate
Unpaid Internships: The Journalism Industry
For undergraduates studying a full-time load in an Australian institution or university, getting their first job in journalism can take extra toil even with thousand hours of work and study. “A lot of publishers hiring interns say that at the end of six months, working three days a week, there might be a job for … Continue reading Unpaid Internships: The Journalism Industry
5 Things That Help You Nail A Paid Internship
Workplace experience is beneficial for your career. But how can you nail a paid internship? If you are: Thinking about doing a paid internship Applying for paid internships Looking for information on how to gain the most out of your paid internship This blog is designed to help you. Answer these 6 questions, and you … Continue reading 5 Things That Help You Nail A Paid Internship
Emotional Cost: The Hidden Cost Of Unpaid Internships
The public has discussed a lot about the negative financial effects of unpaid internships, but the psychological toll they have on interns is a well-hidden cost. Kamaron McNair completed three unpaid internships before she graduated university during her full-time load. While she was one of the lucky ones who received financial support and academic credit … Continue reading Emotional Cost: The Hidden Cost Of Unpaid Internships
Australian Students Share Their Thoughts On Unpaid Internships
What do Australian students know about unpaid internships? In this article, five students from three different universities across Australia share their thoughts and opinions on unpaid internships. Would you do an unpaid internship in Australia and why/ why not? Michael: I wouldn't settle for an unpaid internship because I want to get paid. To … Continue reading Australian Students Share Their Thoughts On Unpaid Internships