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With the start of the fall semester comes a fresh wave of new internships and jobs. One of the worst things about working, though, is when you’ve already done everything you can do. Maybe you’re waiting on an email before you can move forward with a project. Perhaps there’s just too many interns and not enough work. Regardless, you want to stay busy to make a good impression. Here’s a list of productive things to do when you have no more work to do.
1) Make a to-do list
First, write down your to-do list. Make sure there’s absolutely nothing you can work on now. If there is, get it done!
2) Check with a supervisor
Your supervisors will appreciate your initiative in asking for work instead of playing on your phone. Even if they don’t have anything else for you to do, they’ll be impressed with your willingness.
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3) Read relevant articles
Once you’re positive you don’t have any work to do, read some relevant articles. Find a website or magazine that covers your industry and catch up on the news and trends. Even reading Wikipedia pages about relevant companies and figures will help expand your knowledge and kill some time.
4) Clean your computer desktop
There’s something so refreshing about having a clean desktop. Papers, homework and downloads can quickly clutter your home screen. Organize everything into its proper folder and give yourself some peace of mind. The same theory can apply to your Google Drive as well.