How to start

Where to Begin?

Research: Become familiar with many different types of firms

➔ Commercial (Hospitality, healthcare, offices, etc.)

➔ Residential (High-end or Low-end)

➔ Small firm vs. Large firm

Factors to Consider

Location: Where are you able to work?

➔ Where will you be living during your internship?

➔ Will you need to rent a place to live?

➔ Do you have friends or family that you can stay with?

➔ Try not to limit yourself to one location

Transportation: How are you getting there?

➔ Do you have reliable transportation?

➔ Will you need to ride the bus?

➔ Can you carpool?

Resources

Where to Look

➔ ASID Find a Pro, IIDA, NEWH, AIA,

NKBA, Houzz, etc.

➔ Past internship sites binder

➔ Ask professors

Site Requirements

Things to Consider

➔ Some firms may require a background check or a drug test

➔ They may want you to work the whole summer

➔ Most internships are unpaid - Will you need another job for living expenses, gas, etc.?

Qualifying Sites

➔ Make sure to approve the site with mentor prior to contact

➔ Can your goals and objectives be achieved at this site?