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Key Takeaways Review: We revisit each module’s core message briefly – from clarifying goals to adding value – reinforcing the holistic approach: securing an internship through proactive effort and succeeding by continuous learning and positive contribution. This helps imprint the full journey in students’ minds.

Action Plan Presentation: Each student (or participant) finalizes a personalized Internship Success Action Plan, which they started building throughout the course. This plan includes their internship goals, their strategies for networking, habits they will practice (e.g., weekly reflections, value-of-the-week, mindfulness techniques), and how they intend to stand out. They present highlights of their plan to the group for feedback, simulating a commitment to these actions.
Resources and Continuous Development: We provide resources for ongoing growth: books (including How to Intern Successfully by Robert K. as referenced in our materials), websites, or college career services that can support them. Students are encouraged to continue journaling through their internships and seek mentors. We also touch on the Lominger competencies list provided – suggesting that as they progress in their career, they can refer to comprehensive competency frameworks to guide their professional development (for example, to improve Dealing with Ambiguity or Composure under pressure as they face new challenges).

Final Encouragement: The course ends on an inspiring note, reminding students that internships are just the beginning of their professional journey. With the self-knowledge, skills, and values gained, they are well-equipped to not only land and excel in internships but also to thrive in their careers. They are encouraged to stay curious, be bold in pursuing what they love, and always aim to learn and contribute – principles that will carry them far beyond one summer internship.