With October coming to a close, we’re well into the heart of the semester. We hope that you had an opportunity to check out the career fair and that, with Brick City Weekend upon us, you are getting some time to enjoy the fall. 

Although it may feel as though summer 2025 has barely ended, it's already time to plan for summer 2026 and begin the search for internships and full-time roles. But with limited or no prior professional experience, you might be wondering: "What can I highlight on my resume?" 

First, carefully review the descriptions for the jobs you're applying for and note the skills and experiences the employer seeks. While you don’t need to meet every qualification, the more you can align your experience with their needs, the stronger your resume will be. 

Then, think broadly about the experiences you've had—either during your time at RIT, over summer breaks, or before your RIT days.

Experiences and activities like these can demonstrate your skills and track directly to what employers seek: 

If your coursework or any large project connects to the job you’re applying for, it deserves a place on your resume.

Create an “Academic Projects” section on your resume. This will allow you to highlight research, presentations, labs, design work, or group collaborations that demonstrate different skills, and it creates a way to highlight leadership, collaboration, and teamwork skills. 

Being actively involved on campus, especially in leadership roles, can count toward your work experience. Your involvement in clubs, organizations, and sports teams showcases leadership, teamwork, and organizational abilities. Plus, many campus activities or teams support charitable or community work.

For example, “Planned and organized a campus-wide fundraising event that successfully collected $2,000 for charity” could be an outcome of your campus involvement that earns a place on your resume as a demonstrable skill and experience. 

Volunteering offers another way to build and showcase relevant skills. It also highlights traits like initiative, responsibility, collaboration, and compassion. Whenever possible, seek opportunities connected to your field of interest, but all meaningful volunteer work is worth including. 

Questions about preparing your résumé?  Log in to SIS to schedule time with Career Services Coordinator Eric Dixon >

Best wishes for a great week,

Brad Rosenbaum, Assistant Dean, Office of Student Services

Eric Dixon, Career Services Coordinator  

For more information about the following events and more, visit RIT's Career Services events web page rit.edu/careerservices/events or RIT's Career Connect platform.

Thurs., Oct. 16, 12–1 p.m., Virtual (Sign up in Career Connect) 

Learn if you should take that step, how to find a school that fits you, what the application process could look like, and more. 

Thurs., Oct. 16, 5–6:30 p.m., WAL-3560 

A focused space to work on your job applications and make real progress in your co-op and full-time job search. Career Services coordinators are available for hands-on support. 

For more information, visit RIT Career Connect under Events. 

Interpreting Services: Students are responsible for requesting interpreting services at https://myaccess.rit.edu. 

Wed., Oct. 22, 12–1 p.m., SHED 3350

Discover the features of LinkedIn that go beyond a great profile. Join us to learn how you can dive into your job search through networking, interacting with groups, exploring jobs, and more. 

For more information, visit RIT Career Connect under Events. 

Interpreting Services: Students are responsible for requesting interpreting services at https://myaccess.rit.edu. 

Tues., Oct. 28, 1–2:30 p.m., Campus Center 1010/1015 

Feeling overwhelmed by the co-op application process? You're not alone. Co-Op Connections offers a supportive drop-in space where students can share their experiences, get guidance from peers and career professionals, and access helpful resources. We’re here to help you manage stress, feel validated, and navigate your co-op journey with confidence.  

Interpreters available upon request. 

Mattel Fisher Price is currently seeking Undergraduate Marketing Summer Interns. We encourage interns to push boundaries because we want to see how far you might take us some day. We provide you with phenomenal managers, mentors and buddies to help you accomplish more than you would have thought possible. And we team you up with other interns because every great thing that comes out of Mattel is done as a team. The Intern Program runs 10-12 weeks and based at Fisher Price HQ in East Aurora, NY.   

Learn more > 

This position is to serve in a professional capacity supporting Government & Community Relations and the Office of Special Events & Conferences. This includes: 

• Serving as a key point of contact and content expert for events.  

• Assisting with marketing and design efforts including managing website content, creating and designing marketing and promotional materials, print assets, digital content for social media, emails, and event signage. 

• Assist with data entry and the ongoing management of event-related databases, tracking systems and reporting. 

• Preparation for distribution of event and campaign materials, which includes assembling event packet materials, name tags and proposals. 

• Staff support of special events (includes): 

• Setting up, moving and tearing down event supplies (easels, signs, tables, chairs, phone/internet cords, sorting/folding/packing/unpacking t-shirts, plastic bins filled with event supplies) 

• Ability to lift, carry and transport supplies weighing up to 100 lbs. using own physical means or a rolling cart within the office or to various locations across campus 

• Greet and assist guests during events; including escorting them to the event locations, registration check in, hanging up coats, etc. 

• Actively participate in planning committee meetings including marketing, program and logistics. 

• Coordinate and maintain the delivery schedule for event supplies such as banners, signage, t-shirts, meal cards including delivering materials and running errands across campus as needed to ensure smooth event execution. 

Learn more > 

Interns will learn about the functions of a congressional office, congressional communications, and the legislative process. Ideal candidates should possess excellent communication skills, strong attention to detail, the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and a good sense of humor. New York State ties are preferred but not required.  

Interested applicants should submit the following in one PDF document: • Resume • Cover letter • One-page writing sample • Dates of availability 

To apply for the Spring 2026 District Office Internship, please fill out the google form found here: Spring 2026 DO Internship Application Google Form >

Our office will be accepting applications on a rolling basis until October 17 at 11:59 p.m. EST. Applicants are encouraged to submit their application early. 

The Washington, D.C. Office of Representative Joe Morelle is now accepting applications for an internship during the 2026 Spring term. Applicants must be based in Washington, D.C. for the duration of the spring internship (mid-January to early May, subject to change).  

Full-time paid internships run Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. when Congress is in session, and 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. when not in session (refer to the House Calendar). Part-time internships are scheduled to accommodate students’ course schedules, as well as the needs of the office. Part-time interns can expect to receive either pay or academic credit. Interns must be U.S. citizens and legally eligible to work for the U.S. federal government.  

To apply for the Spring 2026 D.C. Internship, please fill out the google form found here: Spring 2026 D.C. Internship Application Google Form >

Our office will be accepting applications on a rolling basis until October 17 at 11:59 p.m. EST. Applicants are encouraged to submit their application early. 

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