
In an effort to build their staffs on a shoestring and catch young talent on the rise, smart, fast-growing companies are enlisting interns more than ever. For the interns, it's a chance to play a real role in a real-life business.

For the Smartest Interns, a Golden Opportunity
Many companies treat internships like extended job interviews. When it comes time to hire, interns are often the first candidates they consider.
How to Land a Cool Internship
Finding a good internship has become almost as difficult and time-consuming as looking for a full-time job. So where do you begin?
Internship Horror Stories!
Nothing crushes a wide-eyed, enthusiastic intern like being ordered to clean out a moldy supply closet. For all the great internships out there, there are still plenty of terrible ones too. Former interns open up to us about their worst experiences.

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America's Coolest Internships
Forget fetching coffee. Innovative companies across the nation are giving interns real responsibilities -- and the real-life perks that come with them -- all in an attempt to woo top talent at an early age.
The Coolest Internship Perks
Rooftop barbecues? Whitewater rafting? A free trip to Disney World? To land the best young talent, more and more companies are giving their interns a little taste of the good life.
Famous Former Interns
Ever wonder how Oprah Winfrey and Bill Gates spent their summers -- before they were famous? You might be surprised where some of today's celebrities got their start.







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