There are multiple ways to find job and internship opportunities.
An effective strategy entails multiple steps. Most searches require that you be actively involved throughout the process, looking for and applying to roles, and connecting with relevant people over time. You should expect to thoughtfully apply to many roles before securing the offer you accept.
Make an appointment with a career adviser, who can help you talk through your questions, figure out what interests you and how to start putting together a personalized plan.
Explore your interests
The first step in any job or internship search is understanding your interests - which will change over time. Reflecting on this will save you time in the long run, ensure your next steps match what you actually find interesting and are likely to secure.
Resources
Career advisers can help you talk through your questions, figure out your interests and put together a personalized plan.
An assessment to help you learn about your interests and possible career paths you can explore.
Explore career paths and connect with alumni who can help you along the way.
Identify and assess your transferable skills that build upon and expand beyond your research and teaching.
Get a first-hand look at what it’s like to work in a job or career field that interests you.
Detailed industry guides and career profiles.
Talk to alumni and other professionals
People working within an organization or field that interests you can share more information about their typical hiring timelines and about common entry-level job titles. Alumni are excited to speak with students on this topic.
In addition to alumni, think broadly about who to connect with including faculty and staff at Princeton who are familiar with your strengths and interests, and people you may have researched or interviewed for your independent work.
Resources
Sign up for a 30-minute conversation with an alum.
Explore career paths and connect with alumni who can help you along the way.
Learn what networking is and how to do effectively.
Discover resources to help you find and speak with Princeton alumni.
Find postings
These resources feature jobs and internships you can pursue. This is not an exhaustive list, and depending on your interests you may find more relevant opportunities elsewhere. If you would like guidance on other ways to find postings, make an appointment with a career adviser.
Resources
Attend information sessions, employer-led career education programs and interviews for internships and full-time positions without leaving campus.
Internship and job listings from a variety of job boards and information for contacts at organizations.
Learn about international opportunities and funding available for Princeton students.
Internship and job postings from organizations interested in hiring Princeton students.
Explore service and social impact internships and grants.
Internships, jobs and related upcoming events for undergraduate and graduate students across a wide range of career fields.
A variety of internships and summer programs are available to Princeton students through multiple University offices and affiliated programs.
A variety of fellowships are available to recent Princeton graduates through multiple University offices and affiliated programs.