Harvard and Summer Internships Part 2: A PAF’s Guide from MCS PAF Alex Draghia ’28

In my first blog that can be found here, I reviewed where to look for summer internships here at Harvard. Now I want to talk about how to strategize, actively search for internships and hit the apply button.

So what’s …

By Zach Vigliani
Zach Vigliani Assistant Director, Harvard College Exploring & Self-Assessment
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2026 H-1B Lottery Update: What the New Wage Rule Means

“The U.S. government is changing how H-1B visas are selected. Instead of a purely random lottery, future H-1B selections will prioritize higher wage roles. This change is intended to favor more specialized and higher skilled positions.

According to USCIS and …

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Is AI taking SWE jobs? The bar is rising.

Are software engineer jobs going to be taken away by AI?

The answer from the front lines is more nuanced than a binary yes or no.

Two senior engineers from Netflix and Amazon say AI agents are already reshaping how …

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How Long Is the GRE? Full Test & Section Breakdown (2026 Guide)

If you’re preparing for the GRE and wondering, “How long is the GRE?”, you’re in the right place. Understanding the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) test duration is essential for test takers, especially those applying to graduate schools or professional programs. …

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Funding for Internships in New York City – All Industries

Is the concrete jungle calling your name? If you’re looking to gain hands-on experience in New York City this summer, we’ve got great news!  Harvard Club of New York Foundation, the Mignone Center for Career Success (MCS), and the Office for the Arts (OFA) have a program …

By Amy DiGiovine
Amy DiGiovine Assistant Director, Arts, Entertainment, Media, Pre-Law (First Years, Sophomores, Juniors), Advertising, Marketing, Journalism, Publishing, Fashion, & Sports
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PhDs with Purpose Event Recap:

Media & Journalism feat. Dr. Clint Smith, EdM ‘17, PhD ’20 (Education)

Guest blog post by Rachel H. Rosenman (Harvard Griffin GSAS PhD Candidate in Music)

At a PhDs with Purpose event on December 2nd, Dr. Clint Smith (EdM ’17, …

By Caroline Rende
Caroline Rende Associate Director of Graduate Career Exploration
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Harvard and Summer Internships: A PAF’s Guide from MCS PAF Alex Draghia ’28

Dear Harvard College student looking for a summer internship,

When I arrived at Harvard, I was unable to keep all the opportunities that I could apply for on my radar, especially when it came to summer internships. There are so …

By Zach Vigliani
Zach Vigliani Assistant Director, Harvard College Exploring & Self-Assessment
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Searching for an internship or job opportunity? Degree students can attend Mignone Center for Career Success (MCS) career fairs!

The Mignone Center for Career Success (MCS) serves Harvard Extension School admitted degree students and degree program alumni, Harvard College and Harvard Griffin GSAS. See each event link for relevant audience.

MCS Spring 2026 Career Fairs:

MCS Fall 2025 Career …

By Shoshana Mavor
Shoshana Mavor Assistant Director, Harvard Extension School Career Services
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Don’t ditch the cover letter. It could be exactly what gets you hired.

By Jasmine Escalera, PhD, Career Expert, MyPerfectResume

You might have heard this before: “Don’t bother with a cover letter. No one reads them.” But here is the truth – cover letters are not dead. In fact, a well-crafted cover letter …

By College Recruiter
College Recruiter believes that every student and recent grad deserves a great career.
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You’ve landed the internship. Now you have to find housing.

Congratulations on accepting your summer experience offer! The catch? Now you have to figure out where to live! Below are some resources and websites to help you find housing during your summer internship in another city.

University Housing:

Many universities …

By Mignone Center for Career Success
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