5 Tips For a Productive Spring Break

By Abigail Reyes on March 4, 2014

 

It’s hard to believe, but spring break is almost here. And while the thought of sleeping in and watching TV on your couch might sound really good right now, the truth is that you could be spending your break doing more productive things that will pay off in the long run.

 Of course you should have fun and relax (you deserve it!) but you should also try to incorporate some productiveness into your spring break activities. So whenever you find yourself bored at home over spring break, here are five tips for you to stay productive and get ahead of the game and ready for spring term.

1.    Troll the Internet for jobs and internships.

This is the perfect time to start looking for jobs and internships. The job market is extremely competitive these days, so you can never start your search too early. Plus, internships that are related to your major look great on your resume. By beginning to look and apply early, you beat the rush and have more time to work on your application and résumé.

 

2.    Look for scholarships.

If you don’t want to look for a job, you can try using your essay-writing skills to apply for scholarships instead. Scholarship applications can be long and tedious to, so it’s better to start them early and set yourself apart.

 

3.    Practice your passion.

Whether it’s photography, theater, cooking, writing or a sport, take the time to work on your skills and hone them. If you love theater, audition for a play. Or if you’re an aspiring writer, start a blog.

 

4.    Write or polish your resume.

It’s important to take the time to update your resume and keep it up to date. And if you don’t have one, yet it’s a good idea to start writing one. Whether you’re applying for a job, internship or scholarship, it’s always great to have it at hand and ready for whenever you need it.

 

5.    Catch up with family and friends.

Reconnecting with your old friends and family is something important that you can do over break, especially if it’s been a while since you’ve talked to them. You don’t want to lose contact with your loved ones and the people who care for you.

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