An objective statement appears on the top of your resume. It answers the questions what kind of internship do I want and what skills will I use? If you’re interested in internships in different fields, make sure to have a unique resume objective for each.

Sample Resume Objectives

• Accounting/Finance Major

“To obtain an internship in the financial services industry that utilizes my finance and accounting education.”

• Biology Major

“To obtain an internship related to biology that will allow me to contribute my technical and analytical skills. ”

• Business Administration Major

“To obtain a summer internship combining my interests in business and public policy. ”

• Communications/English Major

“To obtain a summer internship in public relations using my verbal and written communication skills.”

• Computer Science Major

“To obtain an internship in a position where my skills in programming, web site management, and database design will benefit my employer.”

• Engineering Major

“To obtain a civil or environmental engineering internship that utilizes my data-gathering and analysis skills.”

• Fine Arts Major

“To obtain a creative internship utilizing my skills in creative design, presentation, and painting.”

• Marketing Major

“To obtain a marketing internship where demonstrated skills in marketing, administration, and sales can be used.”

• Political Science Major

“To obtain an internship in a foreign relations field that will use my knowledge and background in political science.”

• Psychology Major

“To obtain an internship counseling children with emotional and behavioral challenges.”

Sources: Broward College, East Carolina University, Hope College, Illinois State University, James Madison University, Saint Joseph’s University, The University of Pennsylvania, Villanova University, Worcester State College

By Danielle Bullen. Danielle is a writer and a resident of the Philadelphia area. Danielle can be reached at Daniellebullen@comcast.net.