Pay attention to office culture

• Be mindful to how things are done at the organization and stay within the "norm"

Stand out

• Take initiative to help out wherever you can and have a positive, can-do attitude to exceed expectations
  
  
• Many employers see internships as extended interviews and use them to find and develop new talent
  
  
• Be the best intern they have and you can increase your chances of an entry level job with their organization

Stay focused

• Don’t get distracted and stay on task
  
  
• Stay away from social media or personal phone calls while on the internship
  
  
• Remember to act professionally and take your work seriously

Dress appropriately

• Make sure your clothing is appropriate for the environment
  
  
• The way you dress to attend class varies from a working environment
  
  
• Steer clear from low necklines, tank tops, shorts, flip-flops, and hats

Be respectful of others and their time

• Always remember to be polite when talking to others
  
  
• On occasion small talk may be okay in office environments, but long chit-chats may not be

Develop your skills

• Dig into what you are working on
  
  
• Don’t be afraid to ask questions to learn more
  
  
• If you produce reports or any materials related to a project keep copies and include them in a portfolio to support your resume claims.  Having something to show from your internship experience will help you in your job search.  

Stay in touch

• Stay in touch with the organization and its people for future opportunities within the company and for professional references
  
  
• Seek out additional ways you can contribute to the organization if you are interested in working there