I got accepted to an internship in a research facility at my local cc where I can both do research and basically be an intern. On the other hand I’ve heard unpaid internships are a waste of time and don’t look amazing on college apps. I’m not even going to lie that I want to be an intern but if it will boost my app I’ll do whatever it takes. I’d much rather be working at Walgreens(i know haha) where I can be with my friends who work there and also make money. Help!
It’s not a waste of time but don’t do it if it will boost your app. NEVER do something because you think it will make you look better. If you’re not interested in the internship for any other reason, then please. Decline it. You sound like you’d rather make money working.
What @TheDidactic said is pretty much true. If it really is to bolster your application as a primary reason; then do not do it. If you think it serves as an added bonus for doing the internship and you truly enjoy the unpaid job, then I say go for it.