<p>Okay, a real-world insertion, here. Internships are VERY, VERY hard to get. That’s because they almost always lead to a job offer (meaning there are lots of students chasing the internships), and companies rarely offer them (for government contractors, they come out of overhead). My S has an internship–it came out of the blue in mid-June. Of most of his friends in the e-school, he thinks he’s the only one. </p>
<p>I don’t want to discourage people, I just want you all to know what you’re up against. Internships are great, and they really help give a different perspective to your education. But, if you want one, you will have to hustle.</p>
<p>This program will have a few. Recruiters might offer a few. Be prepared to be proactive: call people back, ask for referrals, send out resumes, even cold-call people. The prize is worth the effort, but don’t think it’s an easy task.</p>