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Do you have a passion for writing and want to make your passion your purpose with a satisfying career? The best way to start your career and ensure a smooth transition from being a full-time student to a full-time writer is by completing a writing internship and getting actively involved in a student professional association while in college. These acts of service may pay dividends as a return on investment in your career.
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Grand Canyon University offers numerous programs and majors for students to acquire workforce skills in and outside of the classroom. Earning a degree demonstrates that you can establish and accomplish a goal. However, you may know someone who earned a college degree and never worked a day in their major field of study.
Completing content writing internships and being actively involved in student professional associations demonstrate to employers that you are dedicated to your chosen field.
Read the tips below to learn how to merge your passion and purpose while pursuing a writing career.
It is important to find out what drives you. To discover what you are passionate and motivated by, consider the following:
Extracurricular activities may help you in the following ways:
Professional development clubs and associations can help you connect and network with professionals in your field of interest. Consider the following:
An internship can give you more practical experience within the workforce. Here's how GCU students can get the most out of their internships:
GCU’s newly established PRSSA chapter is a part of the national Public Relations Student Society of America, the foremost professional development organization for students interested in the public relations field. Since the organization was established in 1967, it has helped hundreds of thousands of students gain knowledge and skills to prepare for careers as professional writers.
GCU PRSSA membership connects students to scholarships, internships, training and networking with industry leaders to create a pathway from college student to professional practitioner. Upon graduation, student members will be able to apply for a Public Relations Society of America professional membership. GCU’s PRSSA chapter joins the ranks of other prestigious universities across the nation, including local chapters at Arizona State University, Northern Arizona University and University of Arizona.
Learn more about GCU’s selection of writing and communication degrees, including our professional writing major. Discover a range of online communication degrees at GCU, including options focused on professional writing.
