<p>I have a big concern and I was wondering if any of you guys could share anything you may know on this topic.</p>
<p>I've been accepted into a internship program at a university that I would like to not name for this upcoming winter time. I will be applying there because it is my #1 choice so far. If this is any help, it is NOT a university in the U.S. and I will be applying as an international student. It is the #1 university in that country and is internationally recognized.</p>
<p>The issue I'm concerned with as of right now is that the internship program is in a field that I'm not exactly interested in anymore. I applied a few months ago when I was not yet sure of what I was going to major in and I've decided on applying to as a business major. This internship, however, is in the medical field. If I am able to complete my internship successfully, I will also have the opportunity of getting a recommendation letter written by the director of the internship program. </p>
<p>I'm not sure if this experience and the recommendation letter will be at all important since I'm not applying for the pre-med program. My parents are not concerned about money but is instead worried about it being a waste of time, should it not be beneficial for me and my application to that university. It's during my two weeks of winter break and if this is just a really random internship that the Admission's office won't care about because the fields of interest are different, I would rather spend those days at home perfecting my app.</p>
<p>What do you think? If there is any other information you need, I'd be happy to give it to you should you comment below.</p>
<p>Something is better than nothing. Doing internship in a flied you dont like is certainly better than no internship at all. In the long run, all these small experiences add up. Maybe this is not the right time to think too much about interests and all. All is fine until you’re studying the subjects you like.</p>
<p>Are you a high school student preparing to apply as an undergraduate? If so, I would definitely recommend that you do the internship. It sounds like a good experience, and even if you don’t think you’re interested in that now, you may be after you do the internship. Or you may decide later that you’re interested in that field. Or you may meet some great people in this country who could help you out if you later decide you want to visit this country again or work there or want advice on the field or whatever. If the alternative is to do nothing, then the internship is definitely worth while. Even if it takes time away from your applications, you know that you would be doing this ahead of time. Get your applications done early. Not only will it be a load off your shoulders, but it’s always good to get things done early. You can also just as easily work on them and submit them abroad. I doubt colleges will be particularly concerned with you doing things outside of your intended major, considering you’re still young, your interests could easily change, and you’re really not particularly invested in any particular field yet.</p>
<p>If my understanding that you’re still a high school student applying to undergraduate universities is correct, don’t be overly concerned about doing things only in your intended field. You’re way to inexperienced and young to be overly concerned with how it will “look” to do something that you’re not (for now) intending to major in. Have a good experience, learn a lot, and see if it’s something you would be interested in doing in the future.</p>
<p>It will help if you explain your current standing and where you are looking at going in the future. Simply use X and Y for University name if you are not comfortable sharing that.</p>
<p>I do agree with the others. Any internship is better than no internship. Especially in this market. On a resume, any internship looks better than no internship. Employers want to see that you have been active. You have not only been keen on sitting on your backside and partying your way through school. They want to see independent, enterprising students who take the initiative to get real world experience.</p>
<p>Always remember, Employ-ability is the #1 trait most employers look for. It means how ready are you to join the real world which is very different from school. Work experience in the real world showcases Employ-ability.</p>