Doing an internship is a great way to gain experience in your field and increase your chances of finding a job that's right for you.

Internships are more important than you might think. Watch Marc Privett, General Manager at Careers24, explain why interns have the upper hand, and why you should consider doing an internship to improve your chances of finding a job..

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