Internships are a great opportunity for college students who are looking to explore their choice of career paths. Dressing appropriately for an internship is just as important as dressing appropriately for a job, but the most important thing to remember is to keep it simple. Simplicity is choice for internships or jobs rather than too many accessories or flashy shoes. Fashionistas should stick with staple pieces, such as skirts, dresses, blouses and nice dress heels or flats that can be mixed in match for various looks throughout the work week. Fashionistos can get by with a few pairs of dress pants or khakis (depending on the dress code at the internship or job) and a variety of dress shirts, button downs, sweaters, or polos.
Hint: Avoid buying too many clothes for your internship by sticking with a few skirts that can be matched with numerous tops, blouses, sweaters and jackets.
Try this black skirt with these tops and sweaters for a variety of different internship looks:
- tuck in this plain white top
- simple summer sweater
- or this top and cardigan
Always remember to dress your best because an internship could potentially lead to future job opportunities!
Check out the interns I found below who have kept their outfit choices simple, sophisticated and stylish as well.