Internship Employability: Resume, LinkedIn, GitHub, and Beyond

Abstract

A candid, opinionated session on getting hired: building an ATS-friendly resume, using LinkedIn and GitHub to stand out, navigating interview stages, reading company culture, negotiating an offer, and the mindset that ties it together.

Outline

1. What a resume is actually for (ATS + the human)
2. Resume do's and don'ts, with real examples rated
3. LinkedIn and GitHub wins for job-seekers
4. Interview stages and where to apply for the best odds
5. Evaluating offers and negotiating (carefully)

Key takeaways

• One page, single column, quantified bullets, clickable links
• A job is a two-way street, evaluate setup, growth, and alignment
• Direct applications beat one-click apply for response rate