How to Apply

Feeling stuck or lost and need to apply to an internship? Don't worry we got you covered. Here is a step by step guide on how to choose an internship and apply!

1. Think about the type of work you want to do.

Don't worry, you don't need to know the exact genre. Just a general idea will help.

For example:

Do you want to work with animals at a veterinary office?
Or would you like to work in a physical therapy office or medical clinic?

Get a general idea of what you want to do and, most importantly, what interests you.

This will help you customize your resume and cover letter later.

Here are some ideas:

Emergency Care
Physical Therapy Office
Chiropractic / Rehab Clinic
Dentistry
Hospital / Large Medical Center
Senior / Home Care Facilities
Animal Health / Veterinary

2. Creating a Resume.

Use Canva to find a resume template that you can edit, and click "Customize this template"

Customize the template to show all your pertinent information.

Examples:

Tips for a Strong Resume

Here are some tips and helpful videos to succeed:

• Name your file clearly: FirstName_LastName_Resume.pdf

• Keep it to one page

• Use minimal color and stick to clean fonts

• Keep it concise with bullet points instead of long sentences

• Bold your section titles

• Check spelling and grammar carefully before sending

• Show growth (promotions, leadership roles, added responsibilities)

• Highlight experiences like babysitting, coaching, camp counseling, student council, team captain, or first aid responding – emphasize skills like leadership, communication, and responsibility

• Education section: list school, graduation date, GPA, coursework, and any college classes separately

• Avoid the word "high school student"

• Tailor your resume to the specific job or opportunity you’re applying for

• Include contact info (phone, email, LinkedIn link) at the top

• Save and send as PDF for a clean, professional look

💡 Pro tip: Upload your resume to ChatGPT and ask, “What could I improve on?” to get personalized feedback before sending it out.

3. Search or Talk to Dizon/Mr. Carter about internship opportunities

Internship Search tool

Then look around on their website and see what each internship is all about. Don't just go in blind; do some research before you decide to apply.

4. Create a Cover letter that is personalized to each Internship opportunity.

Use Canva to find a cover letter template that you can edit or use your previous resume template.

Here is some helpful advice and videos to succeed.

Keep it to one page
Address it to a specific person if possible (instead of “To Whom It May Concern”)
Start strong with an opening line that grabs attention
Show enthusiasm for the company and role
Highlight 2–3 of your most relevant skills or experiences (not your whole resume)
Match your tone to the company culture (professional, but not too stiff)
End with a confident closing that shows you’re eager to follow up

5. Find their Contact/Application page and send a brief email containing your resume and cover letter

Here is an example email you could send:

Dear [Dr./Mr./Ms.] [Last Name of employer],

My name is [Your Full Name], and I am a student at Agoura High School currently enrolled in the KASMA program. I’m writing to express my interest in a potential internship or shadowing opportunity at [Company or Clinic Name].

I’m passionate about pursuing a career in sports medicine and am eager to gain real-world experience. I’m particularly interested in [what you would like to do(ex. shadow a physical therapist or physician)] as I explore the different paths within the field.

I’ve attached my resume and cover letter for your review:

Cover Letter: [upload to drive and use URL shortener] (see below for how to upload)
Resume: [upload to drive and use URL shortener]

Please let me know if any additional information is needed. I would be very grateful for the opportunity to learn from your team and assist in any way I can.

Thank you for your time and consideration.

Sincerely,
[Your Full Name]
[Your Email Address]
[Your Phone Number (optional)

Here is how to upload your resume and cover letter so the employer can see it!

1. Press New