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  • For Students

    Statement of Interest Template

    When applying to a job shadow opportunity in the Intern For A Day platform you will be required to upload your resume and submit a short statement of interest. This template is here to support you in crafting that statement.

    Researching Employers & Industry

    Researching a company, organization, or industry is integral in any search. By gaining more information about the structure and culture, you can better assess if the environment suits you and your career aspirations.

    Determining Your Job Priorities

    When you are evaluating possible careers and future employers, many factors can come into play: personal values, company location, salary, advancement potential, industry type and corporate culture may be important to you. Perhaps it’s something else. To find a good career match, you must identify opportunities that align with as many of your top priorities as possible.

    Contacting the Employer After Matching

    This messaging/email template will support you in your initial outreach to your matched employer. It is fill in the blank style for your convenience

    Plan Your Outfit

    Unless otherwise specified by your matched employer, it is recommended to dress in business casual attire. This resource has some tips for business casual dress.

    List of Shadow Day Questions

    This guide is designed to help you make the most of your shadowing day. You can bring these questions to your shadow day and ask various people you meet throughout the day these questions.

    Resume Template

    Utilize this resource to incorporate your Intern For A Day Experience on your resume. The example below will assist you in crafting bullet points and formatting. We have included additional resources for your reference as well to support your resume building process.

    Shadow Day Reflection Activity

    These questions are designed to assist you in reflecting on your job shadow day experience. Excellent preparation for any upcoming interviews.

  • For Employers

    List of Shadow Day Activities

    Need assistance brainstorming activities for your job shadow day? Check out this list for various ideas to make the most of your time.

    In-Person Itinerary Examples

    These are examples on how you can structure your in-person job shadow day with the students. It's fill in the blank style was made for your convenience when it comes to planning the activities for the students.

    Virtual Itinerary Examples

    This is an example of how you can structure your virtual job shadow day with students. We traditionally recommend a half-day for virtual participation but feel free to expand to a full day. It's fill in the blank style was made for your convenience when it comes to planning the activities for the students.

    Hosting Strategies

    There are a variety of ways to take advantage of our program's offerings. This resource can assist you with your personal goal setting for participating and creating a strategy.

    Sample Email Pre-Shadow Day

    This pre-shadow day email template is fill in the blank style for your convenience. This will ensure all details are included and limit back and forth emailing.

    List of Icebreakers

    Here you will find a list of icebreakers organized in different categories like UGA based, personal life, professional life, and some just for fun!