RESUME GUIDE AND TEMPLATE- created by Angela :) This can be used as a starting point for general guidelines and formatting, including what to include and how to list them!
How to Build a CV - how to successfully represent yourself, from How2Become.com
Professionalism - presenting your best self, from UM Career Center
Successful applications...
include a high-quality, error-free resume. The thinking goes: if you are not taking care with your resume, then what's to say you will take care with your work?
include a carefully-prepared cover letter that addresses the requirements of the internship and your unique qualifications for it, including your long-term goals, and personal interests.
are appropriate to your background. Apply during early college career for less selective (often unpaid) internships to build the expertise necessary to qualify for more advanced (well-paid) internships later on. Do not spend time applying for internships you are clearly not ready for -- but do keep the information on file for next year's round of applications!