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Programming internship over the summer

Started by nilkn Dec 16, 2008 at 9:02 PM 1 replies 1.8k views
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nilkn
nilkn
I'm a freshman majoring in computer science and mathematics. I have quite a lot of experience programming in my spare time, I've got top grades in my classes so far, and I have a part time job at a small, local software company, although I don't write much code right now. I'd really love to start internships early, as early as this coming summer. And I know it's important to apply early in the school year for the serious, good internships, so I'm searching around now. I'm interested in hearing which companies offer good internship programs. I'm not looking only for internships in the game industry; any software development internship is within my radar of consideration. I've heard nothing but amazing stories about people who've interned at Microsoft. But other than that I'm not sure which companies are good and which aren't. Relocation for the summer isn't a problem. Thanks very much for your time and help.
Instigator
Instigator
It really does help if you're in a program that offers a Co-op or Internship with your program.. my buddy from Waterloo University got a paid Internships at IBM on his first intern... RIM on his second intern. The University will normally arrange the interviews for you and post job offers for you. This makes is really easy to get experience at a variety of workplaces to see what best suits your needs.

Would it be easy to make the transition to such a program? If not, contact IBM.. I know that they may have something for you.
nilkn
nilkn
Thanks for your response.

Has anybody been a part of (or does anybody know about) the Explore Microsoft program? There's not much information on it, but it sounds like a very good deal for freshmen.

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