Parker Dewey Micro-Internships

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Short term, Paid, Professional Experiences.

What is a Micro-Internship?

Micro-Internships are short-term, paid, professional project based work experiences. These short term opportunities can typically be completed within 5- 40 hours, can occur anytime of year and are highly specific project-based positions. These projects enable students to demonstrate skills, explore career paths, and build their networks.

Micro-Internships with Parker Dewey

Parker Dewey is a mission-oriented organization that helps connect talented students with great companies through micro-internships. Micro-Internships are used by companies from Fortune 500 to new start-ups with opportunities ranging across departments from sales, marketing, tech, HR and finance.

Paid
Flexible
Real World

Benefits of Micro-Internships

Participate in paid projects with a short time commitment
Explore diverse career paths while working on real world assignments
Showcase skills to prospective employers
Apply classroom knowledge in practical scenarios
Develop a professional portfolio and expand your network

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Frequently Asked Questions

Below are the most frequently asked questions. For further questions please email: ccinternships@berkeley.edu

How long are Micro-Internships?
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Unlike traditional internships, Micro-Internships can take place year-round, typically range from 5 to 40 hours of work, and are due between one week and one month after kick-off.

Are Micro-Internships remote or on-site?
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Micro-Internships can be either remote or on-site, but they usually tend to be remote due to their short-term and project-based nature. Remote Micro-Internships offer flexibility and allow individuals to work from anywhere, which can be particularly beneficial for those with busy schedules or who live in different locations. However, some Micro-Internships may require on-site work, depending on the nature of the project or the company's location.

Can I have more than one Micro-Internship at a time?
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Because Micro-Internships typically are over a short, compressed time-frame, Berkeley Career Engagement recommends that students participate in one Micro-Internship at-a-time when they are enrolled in classes full-time or part-time. If students are not enrolled in classes, students could decide to work part-time or full-time hours depending on their availability.

What type of Micro-Internships are there?
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There is a wide range of Micro-Internship opportunities available with companies of all sizes and across various industries. On their projects portal, you can narrow your search by filtering the following areas:
- Research & Strategy
- Sales & Business Development
- Finance & Accounting
- Operations & Support
- Human Resources
- Marketing & Creative
- IT & Cyber
After creating an account, visit the projects portal to search for available opportunities and apply today.

How does payment work?
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The full payment will be detailed on each Micro-Internship opportunity. Payment will vary depending on the estimated number of work hours and estimated time frame for an individual project. You will receive the payment amount listed on the project upon successful completion of the project.

Payment for Micro-Internship projects is funded by Parker Dewey. After you have been selected for a project, you will receive documents from Parker Dewey to release payment in either Direct Deposit or paper check.

Can international students participate?
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Projects completed through Parker Dewey are only available to international students with approved Curricular Practical Training (CPT), Optional Practical Training (OPT), or other work authorization. Students must confirm their eligibility with the Berkeley International Office.

How do I showcase my Micro-Internship experience?
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Participating in multiple Micro-Internships can expand your ability, show the breadth of experience, and highlight different skill sets both related to and separate from your degree. On your resume, LinkedIn profile, or portfolio, you can showcase your work as an “Independent Consultant” and list each Micro-Internship as an individual project. Those who participate in Micro-Internships have more success marketing their skills to recruiters. Of survey participants who had Micro-Internships, 94% are now employed, compared to the 64% employment rate of graduates overall, according to the National Association of Colleges & Employers (NACE, 2019).