Hello everyone, I am a culinary student in the DC metropolitan area and I am having a difficult time finding an internship. I have applied for paid positions all over the US and have yet to find success. It seems as though in addition to the experience that I lack, the school that I attend or my previous work experience and salary history make it difficult for anyone to believe that I really want to work. There are even some places that request graduates or students from certain schools. I do not have the money to begin a new program especially when I am one semester away from finishing the one that I am in now. I have spoken to several students from other pastry programs and it is true that some of the things that they have learned I have not been exposed to. I would like to use 2 books one for reference and the other for recipes and make everything in the book. Anyone have suggestions on the books/videos I should use? Anyone now of any short classes that would help with the skills....Wilton was suggested. Drawing and design classes were also suggested. Anyone have any thoughts? What characteristics and knowledge are you all looking for when you hire a student? Any other suggestions that may help me will be appreciated.
