internship sales project

Ben Shipley

Internship Sales Project

             I will give six reasons why an internship is the right thing for you to do, and how it can be beneficial.

1.      Job Experience: One of the most important things I think that you can get out of an internship is experience. Many companies now days are only hiring people who have done internships in the areas they are hiring, because you have the experience needed for that position. When you have an internship under your belt you are more sellable, so it’s becoming more and more no internship no job.

2.      Networking: This is just as important if not more so than job experience. When you do an internship you are surrounded by people who are in the field you want to end up in. The more friends you make during your internship the more likely you will get a job in that field. If you impress them while you are there then the more they will be willing to either hire you or refer you to another company.

3.      The good and the bad: One reason there are internships is so that we can see if that is the career we really want to pursue. It gives us an opportunity to view it first hand, so we can see what it is going to be like and if we would actually enjoy that career.

4.      Traveling: There are internship opportunities all over the world as well as all over the United States. Which can gives us the opportunity to see different cultures and learn other things that you wouldn’t usually learn on your college campus. Plus traveling is just plain fun anyway.

5.      Putting to use your previously acquired knowledge: Besides gaining more knowledge and experiences, an internship also lets you use your knowledge that you have gained while in the class room and lets you put it to practical use. By giving you a chance to use your knowledge where you probably wouldn’t be able to put it to the test otherwise.

6.      School credit: Another benefit that comes from completing an internship is college credit. Instead of just good experiences an internship can also benefit you on your way to completing your schooling by giving you credit towards your major.

                                             

How to get started on an internship

1.      First thing you need to do is locate a resource to find internships. For UVU students you can register on UV job board where you can find hundreds of internships that are available to you. Meet with a counselor, they will be able to help you find an internship that best suits you. This is also a good time to develop or better you resume.

2.      Get in touch with the employer and the Internship Coordinator. The Internship Coordinator will be able to help you in the process of applying and also throughout your internship experience. If you are going out of the country you need to meet with the International Center to get your visa and out of country housing ready, you should visit them 6 months or more before you internship starts.

3.      As you are doing your internship, be engaged. Ask lots of questions learn the most you can about that occupation. Be active and a team player so you can make sure that that particular career is right for you.

If you do these simple things you will have a great internship experience, and will guarantee you success in the future 

Assessments review sheet

Ben Shipley

ASSESSMENTS REVIEW SHEET

CLSS 2100

10/28/12

MBTI Report

1.         List your reported type. ESTP

2.         According to your report, what are some of the characteristics that best describe your personality type? Observant, Practical and realistic, active, involved in immediate experience

3.         Read the list of occupations and list the ones that you would like to explore below.

            Civil Engineer, Structural Engineer, Emergency room physician

4.         How do you believe the occupations you have chosen to explore fit with your personality preferences?  Explain how these occupations allow you to work in your preferred work environment.

            You can see what your end goal is going to b. One thing that I like about the emergency room physician is that it is high energy and stressful and I feed off of experiences like that.

SII Report      

1.         List your general occupational theme code. RSI

2.         List your 5 Basic Interests Scales and determine what type of interest they represent from the following: vocational, educational, leisure activities, personal interest.

Top 5 interest areas:

1.      Health Care Services- educational

2.      Nature and Agriculture- personal

3.      Protective Services- vocational

4.      Medical Science- educational

5.      Mechanics and Construction- personal interest

3.         Refer to pages 5, 6, and 7 of your SII profile.  Look at all the occupational scales you scored highest in (generally 40 or above), or that have a combination of your theme code.  List the occupations from the scales that you might like to research.

Forester, Firefighter, electrician, auto mechanic

4.         For the following questions refer to Personal Style Scales on page 8 of your SII profile.

A.         Look at your “Work Style” rating.  What does your score suggest to you in relation to the occupations you listed above?

                        I was more side of; prefers working alone, enjoys data, ideas or things, reserved.

                                   

            B.         Look at your “Learning Environment” rating.  How do the educational requirements of the occupations you listed fit with your interest to pursue additional training?

            I was on the side of prefers practical learning environments, learns by doing, prefers short-term training to achieve a specific goal or skill.

C.         Look at your “Leadership Style” rating.  How do these occupations fit your personal style?

I was on the side of; is not comfortable taking charge of others, prefers to do the job rather than direct others, may lead by example rather than by giving directions

D.         Look at your “Risk Taking/Adventure” rating.  Explain how the occupations do or do not match your risk taking style.

                        Likes risk taking, appreciates original ideas, enjoys thrilling activities and taking chances, makes quick decisions.

5.          What college majors are suggested for your theme code that you find interesting?

  Landscape architecture, Ethnic studies, military science, natural resources, law enforcement, Geography, horticulture, earth science, forestry.

    

6.                    Of your top 10 occupations, list 3 you are most interested in and the educational

       preparation required for each.

Radiologic technologist- High school diploma,  technical school certificate, AA, or BA

Forester- BA or MA

Electrician- high school diploma plus apprenticeship.

Occupations not listed on MBTI or SII

1.         List any occupations you are interested in that were not listed on your MBTI or SII reports.

Oil Driller, Petroleum Engineer

Meet with a Career Counselor at ACC

1.         Make an appointment to review your assessment reports with a counselor in the Academic Counseling Center. (LC402, 801-863-8425)

2.                  List several comments or suggestions made by the counselor regarding selection of a career or major and/or your assessment results.

That I look into the pre-health program, and the law enforcement program, and take some classes to see if I would actually want to go out in to those areas, and take any other classes that I am interested in.

3.        Write the name of the counselor you met with.

Name____ Robert Brigance ___                                           

tempting 10

Petroleum Industry
1.Engineer
2.Geologist
3.Driller
4.Executive
5.Pipe fitter
6.Rustabout (skilled laborer on oil rig)
7.Refiner
8.Distributor
9. Safety Coordinator
10. Commodities Broker
Construction Industry
1. Architect
2. General Contractor
3. Building Engineer
4. Construction Engineer
5. Project Manager
6. Project Coordinator
7. Construction Foreman
8. Electrical Engineer/ Electrician
9. Carpenter
10. Construction Worker

mock interview

Mock Interview

Who did you interview with and what is their job title? Elder Johnson, He and his wife are missionaries at the LDS employment resource service center. I took “the career workshop” that they provide when I was searching for a job. 

What was most useful to you about this experience?

I like the fact that our mock interviews were filmed so we could see ourselves; I was also able to see the interviews of the other people who were taking the workshop. After we had seen our interviews we were then critiqued by the class and the teachers.

What was the most difficult question you were asked? Why?

The question that I had the most difficulty coming up with an answer for is; what is your biggest weakness? I never focus or think about my weaknesses, and I wasn’t sure how I was to make a weakness sound like a positive thing. We practiced quite a bit, and now I know how to answer.

What advice would you give to others preparing for an interview?

Doing mock interviews with someone who knows what they are doing helps a lot. Write down possible questions and the answers to those questions. Practice a lot.

Name at least three (3) things you learned.

·         How to prepare for an interview.

·         That talking with your hands is not a bad thing.

·         Silence is not bad. Take your time to respond to their questions, if you take your time you will have better answers. Instead of saying something without thinking.

Name at least three (3) things that can be improved on for your next interview

·         Good posture.

·         Pause and think, instead of talk and think.

·         Improve my answers. Study and write down more possible answers. Until they flow naturally.

Final resume and coverletter

Benjamin Clark Shipley

3271 South Sepulveda Blvd,

Los Angeles, CA 90034

powderhound026@gmail.com, 435-864-8984

Education

Utah Valley University

                                                            Junior

Major: Bachelor of Science, Petroleum Engineering. Expected graduation date, 04, 2015                          

Associate of Art Degree: 3.07 GPA

                                                 Work Experience                

Alpine Window Washing- 05/2012- 09/2012

·         Washed windows

·         Dealt with customers

                                                           

Crew Member for Fillmore Fire Crew/ BLM- 5/2010- 8/2010, 5/2011- 8/2011

·         Operated Fire Engine

·         Fought Fire

·         Built Fences

Bliss Honey/ Assistant Bee Keeper- 02/2010-04/2010

·         Operated Fork Lift,

·         Fed Bees,

·         hauled heavy loads by truck.

                                                           

Crew Member for Fillmore Fuels Crew/ BLM- 06/2007- 11/2007

·         Operated Skid loader

·         Fought Fires

·         Collected plant samples

Milk Hand at Lovell’s Dairy- 05/2004-05/2007

·         Milked cows

·         Worked early mornings

Crew Member/ Mud Hoddy for Shipley Masonry- 02/2000-12/ 2007

·         Made Cement

·         Learned how to work hard and follow through with project.

                                                Foreign Language    

·         Portuguese

Benjamin Clark Shipley

3271 South Sepulveda Blvd,

Los Angeles, CA 90034

powderhound026@gmail.com, 435-864-8984

Dear Mr. and Mrs. Layton

            I am excited for this opportunity I have to introduce myself to you. I am a hard working individual who enjoys being with people and helping them with their needs. I am very good at following instructions and finishing the tasks that I am given. My abilities to learn and adapt quickly to my environment and my assignments have helped me in my formal education as well as in my previous jobs. I believe that the skills and attributes that I have acquired will help me be successful as an employee at American Drain Works. My experiences in school and work have helped me develop skills such as being a fast problem-solver, having a strong work ethic, communicating well, being diligent in completing the tasks at hand, and having experience with general office tasks. I have received my associates degree and plan on getting my bachelor’s degree in petroleum engineering. I am highly motivated to work for American Drain Works, and I believe I have the drive and characteristics needed to do well in the company.

One of my previous jobs included working as a seasonal crew member for the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) for 3 years. Our tasks consisted of building fence on federal land and completing many different tree cutting projects, which either a chain saw or a skid loader was used. I also traveled around the county and gathered plant samples that we then dried and measured to find the moisture content. As part of my position, I needed to determine the magnitude of fire danger in the area and make sure there were procedures and regulations in place that would keep citizens safe. I also fought fire, and learned the proper techniques and skills needed to efficiently suppress a wild fire.

Another job that trained me in ways that will help American Drain Works, is my time with Alpine Window Washing. For this position, I was expected to work alone and drive to the assignments that I was given. During this employment, I had the opportunity to work face-to-face with customers and made sure they received the service they needed. I make sacrifices and put forth effort so that I can benefit the companies I work for. I can use Windows Excel very thoroughly and complete company reports on time.

From my experiences, I have developed the ability to work hard in whatever job or circumstances I am confronted with. I am able to be calm and to think clearly in high stress environments and to carry out an assignment and finish it diligently. I have acquired the ability to see what needs to be done and do it while also being efficient. I make sure the work that I do is of the best quality for my employer and the client. I look forward to hearing back from you and know I would be a great asset to American Drain Works.

I appreciate you for taking the time to look at my resume and hope I am considered for the position.

Sincerely,

Ben Shipley