First year summer business internship - please help

<p>I'm a current Stern freshman looking to get any experience under my belt, preferably paid, preferably in the city, preferably a big name related to finance or accounting.</p>

<p>I need to know what resources are best for finding these jobs. There has been a lot of hearsay as to which resources are complete wastes of time and whether or not an internship or job is even possible in the first year. I'd like a couple people to clear the air on this subject. If my expectations for this summer are not realistic, please suggest something more attainable and the means of finding it.</p>

<p>I'm looking for help/advice from upperclassmen, alumni, and freshmen who have successfully secured a first-year summer internship or job.</p>