A Lot of Companies Just Won't Answer You

To get the two internships I have this summer (yes you heard me right, two) I had to apply to well over 60 internships.

In normal circumstances, this actually isn't too far off as many internship programs will get hundreds or thousands of applications and just can't answer everyone (or can they?). However, I definitely noticed that it was much much harder to get interviews, responses or offers. That being said, I started the process early and just kept applying, interviewing and networking until something came my way.

When it comes to applying to an actual job, however, you do not want to apply too early, as companies do not want to take the time to interview you just to hear that you can't start for another six months until you finish school.

That being said, with the circumstances of the world quite literally having fallen apart around us, I recommend networking and making connections up until it is a reasonable time frame for you to start applying to jobs!

Use Remote Work To Your Advantage

While working from home can mean eating actual meals, staying in your pj's all day and sleeping in later, there are a lot of reasonable advantages to remote work!

First and foremost, you aren't wasting time commuting anywhere. This also means that you will not be running from one thing to the next completely overwhelmed and exhausted. Use this extra time and energy to your benefit! Maybe take the time to do that bedroom renovation you've been putting off or finally going for a picnic in the park.

In addition to giving you more time, working from home also gives you the benefit of working for companies or locations you otherwise would not be able to work for. This gives you the availability to extend your horizons and options when it comes to work, which is absolutely wonderful.

When applying to jobs, use any computer skills and knowledge to your advantage. Also use the increased level of flexibility to your advantage!

Lastly, working from home gives you the opportunity to create your own schedule and availability. With being at home and everyone being in completely unprecedented times, it is totally up to you how you manage your schedule. Maybe this means starting your day at 10 rather than 9 to give yourself time to sleep in before going on your morning run. Maybe it means ending your day at 5 instead of 6 to spend more time outside in the daylight. Whatever it is, take advantage of not being cooped up in an office all day!

A Lot of Companies Just Aren't Hiring Right Now

Something that I've noticed now compared to previous job searches is that there just aren't as many positions available right now. If you're unable to find a job right now, keep in mind that we are in completely unprecedented times and that if you're struggling to find work, odds are it has nothing to do with you personally! I'm sure you are doing everything right and I know how frustrating it can be to be rejected or ignored, but be patient! Everything will work out in time!