Advice to New Interns

Here is some advice to potential new interns if they wanted to intern with People's Lobby.

1. Be flexible. Your supervisor will also be flexible and you should grant them the same privilege.

2. Be efficient. You are here to be helpful to your supervisor. You are here for him, not yourself. Work hard and keep focused. Don't mess around.

3. Don't be afraid to ask questions. If you need a couple of minutes to take a break because you've been staring at a computer screen for an hour, ask. You will never know the rules unless you ask about them. And don't be nervous or awkward. At People's Lobby, the environment is very low-key and casual.

4. Show up on time. That's a given. Any employer or supervisor wanted their worker to be on time and ready to work as soon as they are needed.

5. Get involved. Learn about what your supervisor is doing. Don't sit around and follow blind instructions. Understand the work you are doing and get interested. It is a lot more enjoyable when you are interested in what you are doing and know why you are doing it.