Starting my first semester of engineering, needed some advice about internships.

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<p>Hello everyone, I'm starting my first semester of engineering at my local community college this semester. I'm focusing on mechanical engineering, I'm a bit nervous but have been preparing for my coming classes by studying for them early. </p>

<p>I wanted to know, is it too early for me to go looking for some sort of internship during my first semester of engineering classes. I also googled local interning opportunities in my area, and came out empty handed. This discouraged me a bit, I live in western new york near the rochester area. Idk what I will do when it comes down to finding a job if I ever finish school. I know it's a long way to go till I graduate but I can't help but prepare for the future. </p>

<p>What do you guys suggest when it comes to finding some intern work to get me ready for a real engineering career? do I look for interning opportunities really far from my area? Or should I just not be concerned about this and focus on getting really high grades and let everything fall in place. I'll really appreciate some sort of advice here. Thank you everyone</p>

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<p>Start with research. Internships are for third and fourth years, mostly.</p>

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<p>do community colleges have research positions available? I thought that was more of four year college thing. </p>

<p>thanks for the reply btw</p>

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<p>Not sure, check.
But you may be able to just get one at a university while not attending if your schedule allows it. If not, don’t worry too much because you’ll probably spend at least another 3 years in university for engineering.</p>