In today’s rapidly evolving tech industry, providing the right guidance can be challenging. Whether it’s keeping up with the latest industry trends, understanding technical interviews, or navigating the complexities of virtual recruitment, the demands on career advisors are greater than ever.
The Internship Playbook is a comprehensive tool designed specifically to address the challenges career advisors face when guiding students with the tech internship search. Here’s how we can help you make a greater impact.
Stay Ahead of the Curve
The tech industry is constantly changing. Our resource is regularly updated to ensure you’re equipped with the most current insights and advice, so your students can confidently navigate the latest industry demands.
The Playbook Includes
Resources for students to build portfolio projects that will stand out
Compilation of best websites and books to learn new skills
Insight into industry-standard technologies and current trends
Offer Tailored Guidance
Every student is unique, and so are their career paths. Our resource includes customizable advice and templates that cater to the diverse needs of your student body—whether they’re CS majors, non-tech majors breaking into the field, or underrepresented groups looking to make their mark.
The Playbook Includes
Pathway for students with no experience to build technical skills
Guidance for experienced students looking to land ultra-competitive internships
Insight into attending conferences and hackathons that promote underrepresented groups in the tech industry
Save Time with Ready-to-Use Tools
Students have to juggle coursework, extracurriculars, and campus jobs. They shouldn't have to stay up late preparing for internships, too. That’s why the Internship Playbook provides easy and ready-to-use templates, checklists, and step-by-step guides.
The Playbook Includes
Resume and Cover Letter templates specific to tech internships
Data Structures and Algorithms Cheat Sheets
LeetCode levelling guide
30+ commonly-asked behavioral questions and how to answer them
Networking message templates and guidance on who to reach out to
Boost Student Confidence and Manage Expectations
The competitive nature of the tech industry can lead to student anxiety. Our resource includes strategies to help students manage their expectations, address their concerns, and build their confidence as they navigate their career paths.
The Playbook Includes
Guide to finding an internship that aligns with their goals
Getting students started with small wins that will compound over time (sending their first networking email, applying to their first position, refining their resume,...)
Pathways tailored to students at every experience level (from beginner to pro)
Navigate Virtual Recruitment with Ease
With the shift to remote work, virtual recruitment has become the new norm. The Internship Playbook offers insights into virtual interview best practices, remote internship opportunities, and tips for succeeding in this new environment.
The Playbook Includes
Insight into the online technical assessment
Navigating the tools used for asynchronous assessments (CodeSignal, HackerRank, …)
What to expect from technical interviews over Zoom
Help Students Pass More Interviews
Recently, companies have lengthened their internship interview processes, which means that students have to be extremely well-prepared for all five types of interviews (Online Technical Assessment, Phone Screen, HireVue, Behavioral Interview, and Technical Interview) to receive an offer. Our site provides detailed guidance on what to expect from each of these interviews and how best to prepare.
The Playbook Includes
Tips for specific types of OAs such as Karat interviews and take-home assessments
Example answers for 30+ behavioral questions to help students easily prepare their own responses
How to research companies in order to impress interviewers
Templates for managing recruiter contact throughout the process
Ready to Empower Your Career Center?
Take your student support to the next level. Equip yourself with the tools and knowledge you need to guide your students toward successful tech internships.
