I find that looking up tips and tricks on landing your dream job without pay internship are never very helpful. Those helpful tips are never truly helpful unless you got your head jammed up your ass. So, I figured, I'll be the voice of reason and help out those in need. Let's begin.
- Know what the hell you want to do for a living
Don't just intern for anyone, be smart about it; don't waste your time.
If you fancy having your own womenswear label when you grow up, look up internships for womenswear labels. It's better to intern for someone because you want to than because you need to. I find that it shows you already care about what you'll be doing.
If you can, look up designers who actually run their label in your city so you get an even better experience. I find interning for brands to be less informative and personal; you basically end up being an assistant for some 30 something-year old, running petty errands. And that, is never fun. Especially if you're over the age of 20.
- Aim big
You have nothing to lose, go for the big boys. Literally, nothing is keeping you from interning for your favorite designer(s)/label/brand. Rejection is a part of life, so fucking deal with it. xoxo Gossip Gurl
- Know your worth
If you're going above and beyond or just doing a good job at whats been asked of you, demand respect. I mean, don't be an asshole about it but if someone is treating you like you're less than, bring it up to someone of higher power. You're basically doing the petty shit they'd be doing if it weren't for you. Now unless you're doing a shitty job and not aware of it, like most FIDM students are (sry not sry), then maybe it's time for you to pack up.
Most people will view you as disposable but if you do an amazing job and aren't afraid to put yourself out there when it's applicable, then those around you will treat you like a person worthy of their attention. I mean, that's how I landed my job so I know what I'm talking about. But if you're just being disrespected, leave. If you know your worth and value yourself, you won't let anyone treat you like shit because time is money and at the rate, you'd be better off working retail.
- Be interactive, not hyperactive
I find that the more you interact with those around you, the more they'll value you. Losing the stigma that comes with meeting people of importance made me so much more likable. It also helps take you to knew areas of exploration.
- Ride the wave
- Know what the hell you want to do for a living
Don't just intern for anyone, be smart about it; don't waste your time.
If you fancy having your own womenswear label when you grow up, look up internships for womenswear labels. It's better to intern for someone because you want to than because you need to. I find that it shows you already care about what you'll be doing.
If you can, look up designers who actually run their label in your city so you get an even better experience. I find interning for brands to be less informative and personal; you basically end up being an assistant for some 30 something-year old, running petty errands. And that, is never fun. Especially if you're over the age of 20.
- Aim big
You have nothing to lose, go for the big boys. Literally, nothing is keeping you from interning for your favorite designer(s)/label/brand. Rejection is a part of life, so fucking deal with it. xoxo Gossip Gurl
- Know your worth
If you're going above and beyond or just doing a good job at whats been asked of you, demand respect. I mean, don't be an asshole about it but if someone is treating you like you're less than, bring it up to someone of higher power. You're basically doing the petty shit they'd be doing if it weren't for you. Now unless you're doing a shitty job and not aware of it, like most FIDM students are (sry not sry), then maybe it's time for you to pack up.
Most people will view you as disposable but if you do an amazing job and aren't afraid to put yourself out there when it's applicable, then those around you will treat you like a person worthy of their attention. I mean, that's how I landed my job so I know what I'm talking about. But if you're just being disrespected, leave. If you know your worth and value yourself, you won't let anyone treat you like shit because time is money and at the rate, you'd be better off working retail.
- Be interactive, not hyperactive
I find that the more you interact with those around you, the more they'll value you. Losing the stigma that comes with meeting people of importance made me so much more likable. It also helps take you to knew areas of exploration.
- Ride the wave
Some of the best advice that was given to me was just going with the flow and seeing where it takes you. It's about going from one opportunity to the next and meeting people who can help you grow.
- Take advantage of the opportunity
No, really, take advantage of the opportunity. Working for one of my favorite deisngers has been a dream. I've met some amazing people I never thought I'd brush shoulders with and I've done some pretty cool things both in and out of the studio. And that's what I mean about wanting to intern for the person or label you'd like because you know what they're about and what they could do for you. I've interacted with other interns who didn't even know the value of the clothing they were handling and honestly, you don't want to be that loser.
-KJM
No, really, take advantage of the opportunity. Working for one of my favorite deisngers has been a dream. I've met some amazing people I never thought I'd brush shoulders with and I've done some pretty cool things both in and out of the studio. And that's what I mean about wanting to intern for the person or label you'd like because you know what they're about and what they could do for you. I've interacted with other interns who didn't even know the value of the clothing they were handling and honestly, you don't want to be that loser.
-KJM
