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Be Enthusiastic - Internships are great ways to familiarize yourself with the workplace and discover the best career path for you. Follow these tips to leave the best impression and receive the most rewarding professional experience. By Patrice Peck One of the best things an intern can bring to the table is a great attitude. Whether you’re transcribing an interview for your supervisor or conducting research, showing enthusiasm for your tasks goes a long way. (Photo: JOSE LUIS PELAEZ, INC./Image Source/Corbis)

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Dress Appropriately - The dress code at a fashion magazine might differ from the dress code at a law office. Check in with your internship supervisor before you start to find out the recommended workplace attire. When in doubt, skew business casual. (Photo: Troels Graugaard/Getty Images)

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Create Ultimate Goals - Only you know what you hope to get out of your internship. Once you’ve figured out exactly what that is, speak honestly with your manager so that he or she can tailor a program best suited to your interests. Even if you’re not assigned much “real-life work,” you’ll be kept in mind when it comes to overseeing certain roles and attending meetings. (Photo: Sean De Burca/Corbis)

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Be Social - Don’t worry, introverts. The best intern isn’t necessarily the chattiest one. However, it is important to get to know your fellow interns, your managers and your colleagues, especially young staffers. Asking your colleagues how they got into their careers and how they’ve overcome past professional challenges are great starting places. Sharing too much personal information, on the other hand, is not.(Photo: Klaus Vedfelt/Getty IMages)

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Don't Gossip or Whine - Even the largest workplaces are smaller than they appear, so avoid participating in or enabling gossiping, whining or ranting. Also, watch what you say online, because sharing your grievances on your social media accounts will likely come back to haunt you. (Photo: Eric Audras/Getty Images)

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Be a Proactive Problem Solver - Completing your assigned tasks is key. But once you’ve fulfilled your obligations, go above and beyond by showing initiative. Instead of asking what you should do next, try pitching several relevant suggestions to your manager in order to show your value. Show everyone that you can think on your own without needing to be micromanaged each day. (Photo: Andrey Popov/Getty Images)

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Ask Questions and Listen - As an intern, it’s okay not to know everything. In fact, humbling yourself to become a better listener and learner is a great way to ensure that you get the most out of your internship. That’s not to say that you shouldn’t speak up, but remember that this is a learning experience. Welcome constructive criticism, admit to making mistakes and embrace this experience.(Photo: mother image/Corbis)

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Keep Up with Current Events - Water cooler talk might be a cliché, but you do want to come across as an informed individual. Depending on your line of work, staying up-to-date on international news or subscribing to certain trade publications and newsletters will help you to start intelligent conversations and appear committed to your profession, both inside and outside the office. (Photo: Image Source/Getty Images)

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Report Abusive Employers - Contact your college’s career services department if you’ve been asked to do something illegal or unethical or subjected to discrimination or sexual harassment. Abuse often continues because interns are afraid to report them. (Photo: Jupiterimages/Getty Images)

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Keep in Touch - Schedule wrap-up lunches and handwrite personal thank-you notes to your managers and supervisors. Send gracious goodbye emails to others who helped you out during your internship. Keeping in contact with these people from time to time once your internship has finished can sometimes make or break future job prospects. (Photo: Minerva Studio/Getty Images)