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Answer These 6 Questions To Find Out Which SJSU College Experience You Shouldn't Miss Out On

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Getting an on-campus job is a great way to start building work experience even as a freshman. Whether you’re working at Associated Students, Spartan Shops, or as a resident advisor, many of these opportunities not allow you to earn some extra money so you can eat out with friends, but also teach you real world skills. Not convinced? [Hear from Aaron](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ETguB-tuJzk), an SJSU student who mentored freshman as a resident advisor. To learn more, go the **[SJSU Career Center](http://www.sjsu.edu/careercenter/students/build-experience)** website.

On-Campus / Part Time Job

Internships are one of the most important ways to build experience while you're in college - 63% of students with a paid internship received at least one job offer. Gaining relevant experience in your field of interest through an internship shows future employers that you are able to apply what you learn in the classroom to the professional world. Plus, oftentimes they are either paid and/or can give you college credit! Internships can be offered during the semester or summer. Not convinced? [Hear from Kevin](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O7tAybefh7g), an SJSU student who interned at Facebook. To learn more, go the **[SJSU Career Center](http://www.sjsu.edu/careercenter/students/build-experience)** website.

Internship

Getting involved on campus is one of the best ways to meet peers with similar interests. Not only do you get to make awesome friends, but you also get access to specific events in your field of interest. Not convinced? [Hear from Joel](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yIGUvuKP8l0), an SJSU student who led two student organizations. To learn more, go the **[SJSU Career Center](http://www.sjsu.edu/careercenter/students/build-experience)** website.

Student Organization

Who doesn't want to travel around the world? Take advantage of the (likely) only time in your life when you will be able to take weeks off at a time. Broadening your horizons through study and work abroad is a great way to not only build a global mindset, but also to learn about yourself. Not convinced? [Hear from Simran](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zf_uJmTKff8), an SJSU student who studied abroad in Hong Kong. To learn more, go the **[SJSU Career Center](http://www.sjsu.edu/careercenter/students/build-experience)** website.

Study / Work Abroad

Why limit yourself to just learning in class? Expand your education through online courses, conferences, professional organizations, competitions, or even starting your own business! Not convinced? [Hear from Michael](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AmolBBxN4Zg), an SJSU student who built his own marketing agency. To learn more, go the **[SJSU Career Center](http://www.sjsu.edu/careercenter/students/build-experience)** website.

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