
Mentorship vs. Internship: Your Guide to Building a Successful Creative Career
Mentorships and internships are two different types of learning experiences. In this article we explore the differences between them, and how to get one.
Internships and mentorships can be a great way to gain practical experience, develop your skills, and build your professional network. Although these types of career opportunities are typically temporary positions and may not lead to permanent employment, they sometimes do!
In this article we explore the difference between a mentorship and internship and how you can land an opportunity for either, or both!
Mentorships and internships are two different types of learning experiences. Here's the difference between them:
To get a mentorship, you need to find a mentor who is experienced and knowledgeable in your field or industry. You can network and reach out to people in your professional or academic circles, attend industry events, or join professional organisations to find a mentor.
This mentorship will help me to see how the artists I’ve always looked up to, do their daily work. Rasmus is a great artist and a very approachable mentor; with his guidance I know I’ll gain the needed perspective for studio life and will significantly improve my work.
Laura López López, Voxel School and Rookie Awards 2022, IO Interactive Mentorship winner.
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To get an internship, you need to find companies or organizations that offer internships in your field or industry. You can search for internships on job boards, company websites, or through your academic institution's career services office.
Apply to the internships that interest you, and be prepared to provide a resume, cover letter, and any other required application materials. If you are selected for an interview, be sure to research the company and prepare thoughtful questions to ask during the interview.
Mentoring is good opportunity to give a leg-up to somebody from an up-and-coming generation of artists. There’s every reason to – not everything has to be learned the hard way. That and the fact that the raw energy and enthusiasm from the mentees is fantastic! That’s what it’s all about.
Rasmus Jørgensen, Senior Concept Artist at IOI and Concept Art Mentor
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Remember, whether you land a mentorship or internships, both can be a powerful way to kickstart your career.
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