Advice for College Students from Lauren Berger

March 9^th The Ex Recruiter show welcomed Lauren Berger  aka InternQueen. While attending college Lauren worked 15 internships and now helps other students find internships and speaks at many colleges and universities around the country. Lauren proved to be a great guest and a wonderful speaker. Some of the issue that we spoke about was:

• The misconception of GEN Y not holding internships which she feels part of the problem is lack of urgency by the generation.
• Career services offices and how many are not equipped to help students find internships whether it is because of funding or just reaching out the communities to make employers aware that there are students interested in internships.
• The importance of networking
• Taking an internship even if it is unpaid because internships not only give you good experience but can also provide you with great contacts
• Lauren also spoke about how important it is to apply for at least 10 if not more internships to possibly have a good chance at getting one
• She also reminded people that everyone always looks to the well know companies for internships but can get just as much experience if not more from the lesser known companies

All in all Lauren proved why she is in such demand, she has a great presence is well spoken and can communicate with people from all generations. The Ex Recruiter Show wishes Lauren continued success. If you would like to hear the entire interview click here