• 3-6 Months Before: Preparing your resume and cover letter, and identifying target organizations.
• 2-3 Months Before: Creating a target list, setting up profiles on LinkedIn, Kariyer.net, and similar platforms, and starting applications.
• 1-2 Months Before: Interview preparation and tracking applications.

• Which of your interests, skills, and talents do you want to utilize, improve, or develop during your internship?
• Which career paths in your field do you want to explore?

• Identify the 'recruitment season' of your chosen industry and align your plans and expectations accordingly.
• In addition to other job search boards, review industry-specific internship postings on LinkProfessional; identify the required skill sets and qualifications for the roles that interest you.
• Schedule an appointment with a career advisor to discuss your individual options and plans.

3-6 Months Before Starting the Internship

• Draft a resume and a cover letter, and have them reviewed by one of our advisors.
• Upload your resume to LinkProfessional for review and approval.
• Determine the type of internship you are seeking (e.g., location, industry, for-credit vs. non-credit).
• Talk to your professors and Professional Development advisors regarding your career interests to seek their professional advice.
• Identify specific target organizations and learn their internship application deadlines.
• Participate in events organized by the Professional Development Unit, such as Sectoral Orienteering, on-campus interviews, mock interviews, seminars, panels, and workshops.

2-3 Months Before

• Create a target list matching your interests. Speak with your professors regarding your internship plans and begin networking.
• Create a LinkedIn profile and join alumni groups to connect with graduates in your field. Review the annual Resume Books to examine the resumes of past graduates.
• If required, prepare visuals, a design portfolio, or a digital portfolio to present to employers.
• Visit LinkProfessional to review postings weekly (check the LinkProfessional FAQ for answers to your questions).
• Start applying for internship postings (including on-campus interviews) on LinkProfessional—pay close attention to deadlines!

1-2 Months Before

• Research and contact employers on your target list directly, while continuing to apply for internships (including on-campus interviews) on LinkProfessional and other industry-related boards; keep a detailed log of your applications.
• Review interview tips and participate in a workshop or mock interview to develop your skills.

During the Internship

• Review resources that will help you maximize the value of your internship.
• Focus on business priorities and take initiative; always show up prepared, and keep a notebook and pen with you at all times!
• Actively seek feedback and support; find a mentor and benefit from any advice and experiences they share with you.
• Build and maintain your professional network during and after your internship (Tip: LinkedIn is an excellent tool to easily stay in touch after your internship).

A non-credit internship is an internship completed by students without earning academic credits. These internships offer students the opportunity to gain industry experience.

It offers numerous advantages such as gaining work experience, building a professional network, acquiring industry insights, and enhancing your resume.

You can apply by following relevant internship postings and submitting the required documents. You can receive support from professional development advisors during the application process.

Internship durations vary between organizations. Generally, internships lasting 20 working days that do not conflict with the academic term are preferred.

Your resume, prepared in the OzU format, must be approved by the Professional Development Unit; other documents will be requested by the employer's Human Resources (HR) department.

Depending on the positions and quotas set by the company, non-credit internships can be completed in many different fields, typically including finance, marketing, human resources, and engineering.

Tasks depend on the host organization. Generally, assignments such as data analysis, project support, and report writing are given.

Yes, internship experience is a key factor that distinguishes you from other candidates in job applications and increases your employment opportunities.

You will have the opportunity to develop key skills such as communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and time management.

Many organizations guide their interns by assigning mentors. Mentorship provides significant support for your career development.

During the internship, you should be open to learning, take feedback into account, and fulfill your responsibilities diligently.

Yes, following a successful internship, it is possible to obtain a reference letter from the host organization.

Yes, if the university has a designated internship partnership program, it is possible. You can receive support from the Professional Development Unit regarding partner companies or program details.

Each year, agreements are made with partner companies, and internship opportunities abroad are shared with students. Candidates who meet the application criteria are forwarded to the companies after a pre-selection process. Companies make their selections within their quotas, and selected students complete their internships.

Compensations are paid in accordance with the terms set by the host company. These conditions may be regulated by the employer's policies.