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New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

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New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

The Relentless Rat Race of Finding a Summer Internship

The Relentless Rat Race of Finding a Summer Internship

Tyler Crews, Opinion Editor April 2, 2018
The pressure of summer internships is upon us, and as a first-year student, I wish I didn't have to worry about securing a job after just a year at NYU.
Wasserman offers many resources to help you gain your dream internship.

8 Tips for Finding that Summer Internship

Mayu Ranganathan, Contributing Writer February 14, 2018
It is time to apply for internships! Here are some tips.
Unpaid Internships Are Exclusionary

Unpaid Internships Are Exclusionary

Paola Nagovitch, Staff Writer November 13, 2017
How can students be expected to intern for no compensation while they have to sustain their lives?
Social Media, Internships and Everything In Between

Social Media, Internships and Everything In Between

Emily Conklin, Staff Writer November 13, 2017

Yes, the rumors are true: social media matters, and your employers are stalking you. Now more than ever, young applicants’ social media accounts are being scrutinized during...

Trying to get an entry level internship? You'll need work experience for that.

HUMOR: Entry-Level Internship Requires Previous Internship Experience

Ben Eisenberg, Contributing Writer October 31, 2017
Trying to get an internship? You're going to need an internship for that.
For those who want to stay in New York over the summer, NYU provides student housing. However, students can also lease or rent a room.

Looking for Summer Housing in NYC?

Caroline Zemsky, Staff Writer April 3, 2017
Well, look no further. Here is your ultimate guide to dorms, apartments, Air B&Bs, or whatever your preference is!
The Wasserman Center for Career Development in Palladium, NYU’s main resource for career guidance for students. WSN has compiled advice from current students to help you in your internship search.

How to Land Your Dream Summer Internship

Alyssa Kelly, Contributing Writer March 2, 2017
College is hard, and trying to find an internship doesn't make it easier. Hear from experienced NYU students on how to land the best summer internships.
Unpaid Internships Are Not Worth It

Unpaid Internships Are Not Worth It

Connor Borden, Staff Writer January 23, 2017
Before committing to a mediocre internship that does not pay, students may want to consider the true cost.
The Mental Health Issue

The Mental Health Issue

Alex Bazeley, Editor-in-Chief November 14, 2016

It's no secret that college students face stress on a near-daily basis. The pressures to succeed can sometime be too much of a weight to bear, pushing some students to a breaking...

Success Doesn’t Mean Faking Happiness

Success Doesn’t Mean Faking Happiness

Veronica Liow, Contributing Writer October 31, 2016
In an environment that puts so much emphasis on getting ahead, feeling unhappy can create the perception that one is falling behind in cultivating his or her success.
Staff Rants: Oct. 11-17

Staff Rants: Oct. 11-17

WSN Staff October 17, 2016
Welcome to a new series on WSN, Staff Rants. Read what made your favorite WSN Staff Members angry this week!
Pay Interns Before You Profit Off Them

Pay Interns Before You Profit Off Them

Patrick Seaman, Staff Writer September 12, 2016
By ruling that firms can bill their clients for unpaid intern work, the State Bar Association makes it permissible to have law firms directly profit off of work that they themselves are not even paying for.