We’ve heard, (and given), a lot of job search advice over the years, often related to effective networking, staying organized, using technology, or preparing strong application materials. However, there’s a major aspect of the job search that is often overlooked by job seekers and career professionals alike – the power of an active support network. In this case, we’re not necessarily talking about your professional network, although there could be some overlap. Your support network includes trusted friends, family members, mentors, professors, classmates, and colleagues who may or may not know much about your field or your industry, but are personally invested in you and your success. These are the people who have come along side you to brain storm about choosing a major, stay up late to chat about whether or not to accept this internship or that, and go out of their way to encourage you when your job search is taking longer than you anticipated. These are the folks who may seem nosy, at times, checking in on you about your future plans and calling to make sure you’re eating well and getting enough exercise! For the most part, they are well-meaning; in fact, they are your secret weapon when it comes to your job or internship search.
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Answer: First, congratulations on landing an internship at your dream company. Any time we try to mix our work and personal lives, things can get a bit tricky. The first thing I would suggest is getting in touch with your Human Resources department to get confirmation that a dating policy does not exist. Also find out if there’s a policy against employees dating interns, which may be considered a different situation than employees dating one another. Next, check with your school to find out if there is a college policy about interns dating co-workers. You just want to check all your bases. There are a few other things to consider, as well:  Leave a comment  College Students, Etiquette, Internships, Professionalism, Questions Answered, Tips for College Students, Young Professionals  Career Advice for College Students, Career Advice for Young Professionals, intern, interning, internship, office romance, Professionalism, Questions Answered, Student to Professional
1. Using informal language Too much familiarity can hurt your chances by making you look unprofessional. It is important to remember that you are interviewing for a job, not trying to make a new best friend. Too much familiarity can hurt your chances by making you look unprofessional. Poor Phrase: Perfect Phrase:
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