When you are first looking for a creative internship—the right work environment and creative space for you and your art—it can be tricky to know where to start. There are so many websites, job boards, and networking events out there. How do you pick and choose which ones are the best for you and your potential career?

Here are some of the most popular websites that offer the best job boards, networking opportunities, and resources for employers and job seekers alike!

1. LinkedIn

2. Behance

3. AIGA

4. WorkingNotWorking

5. Coroflot

6. Dribbble

7. It’s Nice That

8. TopTal

9. Art Jobs

10. Authentic Jobs

First start with the basics. Check out The Ultimate Guide to Finding The Perfect Creative Internship to learn the value of an internship, how it can lead to a promising career, and how to get started on your search. Once your resume and cover letter are ready, use this article as a resource and scroll down through our list of creative websites to find exactly where and who to send them to.

Websites & Job Boards

• LinkedIn

• Behance

• AIGA Design Jobs

• WorkingNotWorking

• Coroflot

• Dribbble

• It’s Nice That

• TopTal

• Art Jobs

• Authentic Jobs

Events

You may be able to connect with a company’s representative, hiring manager, or employee at a community event built for their fans or potential employees. Examples include comic conventions, book fairs, art openings, university job fairs, alumni events, or networking socials.

Make sure you follow the brand’s or company’s social media outlets to find out when these events are happening. There are also networking sites like Meetup to find events locally or worldwide.

Bonus Tip!

If you haven’t found the right opportunity from any of these sites or events, don’t worry! Another great starting point is taking a peek at companies, media outlets, and brands that you already love. They may be offering internship opportunities on their own websites, or there may be a contact page allowing you to reach out directly to inquire about mentorship or internship programs.

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