Landing a  job takes more than a degree  In a study by the National Association of Colleges and Employers, GPA was ranked only 17th out of 20 attributes employers were looking for.  Hiring Managers  want professionals who have the skills and know how to do the job well.  Problem solving, critical  thinking,  dependability, verbal and written communications skills, relationship building and technical  skills are  essential  to performing well on the job.  The soft skills  training  and internship experiences  provided  by  InternStaff aid  your child hone and develope these   necessary skills.   Reasons Why Your Child Should Intern?  Employers are becoming increasingly selective. InternStaff works with your child to afford him/her the skills, know how, and technique to compete for opportunities in the job market and in the college admissions process.  Internships can strengthen college applications.  Having an internship, particularly one related to you child's  field of study, can strengthen your his or her college application.  College admissions officers typically look for students that not only have strong academic records but who have also participated in a variety of extra curricular activities particularly those that are related to the applicants’ intended major.  Internships also provide opportunities to explore potential careers and can offer insight on potential college majors.    Internships also give Interns an understanding of how organizations operate. Interns can make valuable contacts for future employment and can lead to future jobs. Many companies will considered hiring former interns when filling permanent positions.  Some Internship Sources  http://hotjobs.yahoo.com/job-search-c-college  www.internjobs.com/ www.internshipprograms.com/