Building the Portfolio

340 ABW | 7 pm Presumably, you will be searching for an internship or permanent job this summer, and no time is better to start, than now. You may be bound by location, in regards to your, “dream gig” but you can still be selective, and find an internship/job that fits your goals. Where do you start your search?: • Aquent • AIGA • Behance • LinkedIn • Freelance • Go directly to company site’s that you admire, which may have jobs posted • Cold call small businesses, acquaintances that may need design service • Market yourself as a freelancer! Start the process of finding an internship/job early. Don’t be discouraged by the job market, based on the descriptions listed. Even if you feel you are not qualified, or even over-qualified you should still apply. You are young, and many skills can learned on-site. It is okay to say you are not highly experienced, but you are willing to take the time to learn on-site.Where you lack in some skills, you may accel in other areas that could prove to be beneficial for the company!