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Knowing how to get work experience when you\u2019ve never worked before can feel like a paradox. You need job skills<\/a> to get hired, but you also need a job to build those skills. What are your options?

While many students look to internships<\/a> to get their first professional work experience, internships can be highly competitive and you might not always land one. That\u2019s OK! There are tons of alternative ways to get work experience, network, build your skills, and boost your resume. Here\u2019s how to get work experience this summer \u2014 even if you don\u2019t have an internship. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Get a Summer Job<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Many local businesses hire seasonal workers, including students who may not have a wealth of professional experience. These gigs are a great way to make some cash, but they\u2019re also an opportunity to gain valuable experience, even if the position is outside your desired field of expertise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI encourage my students to \u2018think outside the box\u2019 in their part-time job,\u201d Kirk Hazlett, Adjunct Professor of Communication at the University of Tampa, says. \u201cAsk [your] supervisor for additional, perhaps more challenging, assignments. Volunteer to help co-workers with tasks.\u201dBe sure to leverage and capture the soft skills<\/a> you develop on your resume<\/a>. For instance, if you\u2019re working as a restaurant server, emphasize your experience with customer service, problem-solving<\/a> and project management<\/a>, Hazlett suggests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\t

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2. Freelance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Freelancers, or contractors, are self-employed and work for one or several companies on a short-term basis. Companies pay freelancers per-project or task. For instance, they could contract a freelancer to write a blog article, edit videos, or design a website for a small business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWith freelancing, you can bring in actual money that some internships don\u2019t even offer and effectively broaden your skill set to bolster your resume,\u201d Steven McConnell, career expert and director of sales and marketing at Arielle Executive, says.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Unsure how to get this work experience? If you haven\u2019t freelanced before, consider finding work through sites like Fiverr or Upwork.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAlso check out the Gigs section of Craigslist,\u201d Amanda Brandon, resume coach at ProPolish Resume and Career Services, says. \u201cYou can find some great opportunities there.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Complete a Job Simulation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Wondering how to get work experience from the comfort of your own home? A virtual job simulation<\/a> is an online course that simulates the tasks you would perform if you worked in a particular role at a specific company. Forage, for instance, offers a free program that allows you to experience sales at Red Bull<\/a>. (Check out our complete course catalog<\/a> to find a free job simulation in the industries you\u2019re most interested in exploring.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These programs have many benefits. You can build new skills and showcase your completion certificate on your LinkedIn profile<\/a> and resume. Many companies add amenable participants to their talent pool<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\t

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4. Work on Your Certifications<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Career-specific certifications can set applicants apart in the job market. For instance, prospective project managers<\/a> might want to get a Scrum Master certification, while computer programmers can benefit from becoming certified in specific programming languages<\/a>, like C and C++. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cQuite often, certifications require a practical demonstration of the skills \u2014 a project, a white paper, a use-case analysis,\u201d Brandon says. \u201cThis is considered real-world experience. Draw on your instructor\u2019s feedback and share that on your resume.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Volunteer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You won\u2019t get paid for the time you put in at a local nonprofit or charitable organization, but there are unique benefits to volunteering your services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIt will signal to employers and recruiters that you are determined and actively in pursuit of self-enrichment,\u201d McConnell says. \u201cThese organizations will also put you under mentors who will help guide you to developing key career skills you can include in your resume<\/a>.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can also pursue unpaid industry-specific projects or competitions to demonstrate practical skills and showcase your abilities. These projects could include participating in hackathons, joining innovation challenges, or contributing to open-source projects. You can then include links or examples of your work in your job applications in an online portfolio<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Build Your Brand and Personal Profile<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A robust digital presence can set you apart from new graduates with similar skills and credentials, McConnell says.\u201cWork on your LinkedIn profile<\/a>, establish a personal website, start your own blog, or initiate a social impact project,\u201d he suggests. \u201cThese channels will demonstrate how well you apply what you know and ultimately lead you to the right employer who will value what you can bring to the table and help you achieve even more.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n\t

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7. Do an Externship<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Not to be confused with an internship, an externship<\/a> is an experiential learning opportunity that typically involves shadowing a professional during their workday. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

>>MORE:<\/strong> Externship vs. Internship: What\u2019s the Difference?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cTake some time to follow a professional person around for a day or two to get an idea of how they work and if this career is something you feel is worth pursuing,\u201d suggests Kathy Bennett, CEO and Founder of Bennett Packaging.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can find externship opportunities through your college career center or by asking family, friends, or local businesses if they know of anyone you can follow in their day-to-day for a brief time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Network<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

\u201cTake time to get out in your community and network<\/a> with other companies and professionals to build connections and collide with potential opportunities,\u201d Bennett says.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For instance, if a company won\u2019t let you job shadow<\/a>, they may agree to an informational interview<\/a>, a short informal discussion of their role, company, and industry. In addition, consider attending meetings of local professional organizations within your career of interest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cFor my students, it\u2019s the local chapter of the Public Relations Society of America, or, perhaps, the American Marketing Association,\u201d Hazlett says.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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9. Keep Up the Search<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Leveraging these and other connections could help you get work experience, but it can also secure that elusive summer internship<\/a> or, perhaps, the coming fall. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

>>MORE: <\/strong>How to Apply For an Internship<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI also make sure that [my students] maintain constant communication with their school\u2019s career service office and\/or internship coordinator,\u201d Hazlett says. \u201cOccasionally, an internship will pop up that had not previously been advertised.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ready to begin your job search? Check out the 85 best job search sites and apps<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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