Beyond summer: Beat the competition and intern in fall

The summer technically began just this week, but it's a good time to look ahead to future semesters, particularly when thinking about internships. Most people who have applied for coveted internships realize quickly just how competitive summertime opportunities can be, but the school year is a very different story.

At first glance, the summer break seems to be the best time to do an internship. Traditionally, it's meant a break in classes, meaning time is available for putting in many hours, whether paid or unpaid, as an intern. Problem is, students everywhere are thinking the same thing, meaning more applications for supervisors to peruse and evaluate, and more people to beat out for the spot you want.