<p>I'm going to be a sophomore this coming fall and I can honestly say that I feel like I'm two years out of high school rather than two years into college, like I'm still not ready to take that jump into the "real world". Internships, resumes, cover letters, networking all sound so foreign to me, but I know I'm eventually going to have to do it. Can anyone give me some advice on how to get over this?</p>
<p>I am currently really into film and would really love an opportunity to work on a film set or tv studio or whatever that would help my resume. Can anyone give me some tips on what employers would look for in an intern for film? Would there be an interview? If so, can you give me some interview tips?</p>
<p>I'm not really sure how networking works either. Do you just tap the main guy's shoulder and say "Hey, I'm me, nice to meet you, hook me up."?? Can anyone give me some networking tips as well?</p>
<p>First of all, you should see if your college has a Job Placement Office. (Many colleges do.) Through workshops, they can teach you how to write resumes, cover letters, etc. and how to conduct a proper interview. They can also give you a list of companies that offer internships that you can apply to.</p>
<p>Also search through your alumni database to find out who is in the Film/TV industry. Loyal alumni tend to be helpful when it comes to hooking each other up. If there are people who are willing to be contacted and even be a mentor to you, send them an email and a couple days later, call them. But do your homework. Find out about the person you will be talking to and the company he/she works for before you contact him/her. Ask him/her for an informational interview - over the phone if they are too far or in person if they are close by. Be friendly and passionate about what you want to do. When you speak to your alumni contact, sell yourself (but also be humble and willing to learn), find out if his/her company has an internship program, give him/her your resume, and ask if there is anyone else you should talk to as well. It's like a numbers game. The more people you meet and impress, the more likely you will get an internship/job.</p>
<p>I hope this helps.</p>