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[quote=Anonymous]My junior is an environmental science major at a mid-range LAC. Has an internship at a regional environmental nonprofit. Job is 3/4 fieldwork, 1/4 communications and community outreach.

She had worked the last two summers for our local parks doing land work. Also had a lot of hands-on experience at school. The org is in the same region as her school and it has a good reputation for the major.

She applied to about 90 jobs, reached out to alumni on LinkedIn, got about 10 interviews and two offers.

Best response from state government jobs (in the state the school is in) and regional non-profit organizations. While alumni were responsive and encouraging, none of that outreach led to an offer.

Didn't use career services other than looking at handshake. Mom - long-term hirer of interns - helped with resume and cover letters. She did have a professor review her resume as part of a class.

What helped - good experience, cover letters clearly tied that to the job, school's reputation in the region, persistence, and a really big dose of luck. [/quote]

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