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3) Internship & Experience Engine (Core Student Output)
Using startups, labs, contract roles strategically
You can start with your university Labs. Look for 'Research Assistant' roles. They are on-campus, easy to get, and show you have deep technical skills. Small startups are often desperate for help. If you email the founder and offer to solve a specific problem, they might hire you on a contract basis. This counts as professional experience!
Sometimes, the traditional internship door is closed. That’s okay. You can climb through the window.
- You can start with your university Labs. Look for "Research Assistant" roles. They are on-campus, easy to get, and show you have deep technical skills.
- Small startups are often desperate for help. They might not have an "official" internship program, but if you email the founder and offer to solve a specific problem, they might hire you on a contract basis. This counts as professional experience!
Free Resource: How to Find High-Growth Startup Roles
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