2008 Woodie Awards
Summer 2006: The To-Do List
Kelsey Field
Issue date: 4/7/06 Section: Life & Times
Summer is fast approaching, and it is now time to start thinking about the oh-so-scary future. But remember, it is all about baby-steps and taking it slow, so here are some ideas on what you can do this summer to boost your résumé without completely leaving the life of a college student.
Get a summer job. Apply for something that both looks good on your career resume and makes you stand out from everyone else who went back home and picked up the burger flipping job they left off. For those who have not had a job before, though, there is no time like the present. With web sites such as MonsterTrak, your job search is now easier than ever. Another great place to check out the local job scene is Craigslist.com, where you can both post the job you want and search for jobs posted by others.
Volunteer your time. No matter where you live, there is a non-profit agency perfect for you that is in desperate need of your help, and working with them is also a great way to gain real world skills and great people skills. Check out your local Boys and Girls club, Habitat for Humanity, or your local organizations. Alternatively, set up a clothing or food drive throughout your neighborhood, and drop it off to your local migrant workers. Not only will you get to see a different style of life occurring right here in the United States, but you will also be bringing desperately needed goods to those who truly need it.
Summer school. Maybe you fell a little behind this year, or you just do not have time to take that specific class. Start checking out your local college's summer schedule of classes, and sign up! First, make sure that it is approved by Student Records. So, stop by and pick up the proper forms prior to leaving for summer.
Summer classes are not just all about academics though. Spice up your life with some hobby classes. Maybe you took photography and loved it in high school, but just have not had the chance to start it up again. Your community probably offers a wide choice of classes, from yoga to scuba diving to life guard training. The best way to figure out what is happening is to check out your local community center for information.
Get a summer job. Apply for something that both looks good on your career resume and makes you stand out from everyone else who went back home and picked up the burger flipping job they left off. For those who have not had a job before, though, there is no time like the present. With web sites such as MonsterTrak, your job search is now easier than ever. Another great place to check out the local job scene is Craigslist.com, where you can both post the job you want and search for jobs posted by others.
Volunteer your time. No matter where you live, there is a non-profit agency perfect for you that is in desperate need of your help, and working with them is also a great way to gain real world skills and great people skills. Check out your local Boys and Girls club, Habitat for Humanity, or your local organizations. Alternatively, set up a clothing or food drive throughout your neighborhood, and drop it off to your local migrant workers. Not only will you get to see a different style of life occurring right here in the United States, but you will also be bringing desperately needed goods to those who truly need it.
Summer school. Maybe you fell a little behind this year, or you just do not have time to take that specific class. Start checking out your local college's summer schedule of classes, and sign up! First, make sure that it is approved by Student Records. So, stop by and pick up the proper forms prior to leaving for summer.
Summer classes are not just all about academics though. Spice up your life with some hobby classes. Maybe you took photography and loved it in high school, but just have not had the chance to start it up again. Your community probably offers a wide choice of classes, from yoga to scuba diving to life guard training. The best way to figure out what is happening is to check out your local community center for information.