Stand Above the Crowd in College Admissions

By John Chang

What are you interested in? Do you have a passion for business, technology, or the internet? Do you want to stand out during college admissions? Are you looking to challenge yourself with a fresh opportunity?

Push the envelope with this idea that can really help you as you work toward getting into Stanford. Offer yourself as an intern right up front!

This is a lot easier than you might think. Of course, it takes some work and initiative from you, but it is worth the trouble. It looks really good on your college applications, and it can help you to elevate your professional and career interests to the next level.

Here are some tips on getting a great intern position:

First: Search Google for startups Email these startups and give them a description of your background and experience. Tell them that you are seeking a part-time or summer-time volunteer position.

It's a good idea to seek opportunities locally. You will be more likely to find something you are familiar with and interested in. Of course, a local internship will also be more convenient for you.

#2 Search some of your most-often-used online services, such as Facebook, Myspace, and Imeem. Hunt for human resource staff and recruiters. "Friend" them and let them know that you want to do some volunteer, intern work. You may very well find exactly what you are looking for.

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Startups are always looking for good, free help. When you show that you are ready, willing, and able to be of service, it will look very good on your college application. So go ahead and take the initiative. Find yourself a good position to improve your knowledge, skills and abilities and enhance your image.

When you have internships listed on your college application, it is icing on the cake. Internship experience shows that you are an applicant who has leadership ability, work experience, and initiative. It also gives you a great topic to discuss during your alumni interviews and to write about in your college essays.

Finally, and best of all, when you perform well as an intern, you can count on having a strong, one-of-a-kind recommendation. Think about it. Most college applicants will have a few recommendations from their high school teachers. You will have an impressive recommendation from your CEO! Everybody wins with this situation. It is a great way to get a leg-up into Harvard.

Always brainstorm and use your most creative ideas. Fresh new ideas are the ones that get you where you want to go. If you have a great idea and want some feedback on it, run it by me at john AT hopelesstoharvard.com.

An applicant who has shown an ability to think creatively and take some risks has great chances of being accepted by an Ivy League school. You have no reason to wait! Look into internships today!

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