Now that school is almost over, students are scrambling to get internships. For those of us that have only committed to part-time jobs or worked at our parent’s office, finding an internship can seem nearly impossible. But you’re not the only one that thinks that finding an internship is hard. Here are some common roadblocks to getting an internship, and once you know them, you can overcome them.

You’re not qualified (yet.)

In an internship, you don’t have years of experience in your field. Since you don’t have much experience, you’ll have to rely on your enthusiasm and a convincing cover letter. One way to combat the problem of being under qualified is to create a resume that highlights your career goals rather than your skill set. Also, before you get to the interview, do some background research on the job you are going to apply to.  Knowing a company’s goals and overall mission will help you understand how you will fit into their team.

Commitment

Getting a serious job right out of college is daunting. (When will I have time to travel the world?) Remember: an internship has a finite date. If you don’t like your internship, it won’t make or break you. Even though a lot of people say that the best way into a job is to get an internship there, you shouldn’t worry about committing to a job yet if you don’t want to.

Getting out of your comfort zone

Getting an internship means networking with a new social circle. It’s difficult to start cultivating new friends while silently trying not to swear in front of your boss. However, getting out of your comfort zone opens a lot of opportunities for those seeking an internship. You’re not bound by what you think you’re qualified to do. You’re free to research various job opportunities in your desired career field and see which ones are most interesting to you.