In my penultimate year of school, I started thinking about taking a break before going to university.
But since it is impossible to save points from passing the exam for a whole year, gap year is not for me. Anyway, I would really like to try and that's what interested me.
Internship
Internships are one of the best ways to get promoted and, as a rule, open doors in the future thanks to acquired skills and built relationships — the perfect combination of business and pleasure.
Many people recommend internships abroad, but I think there are a lot of places in Russia where you will be welcome.
After completing the internship, the companies guarantee a well-paid job, which is extremely convenient for newly graduated students.
Prons:
No matter what you are interested in, there is an internship for you. Companies need interns to help them with their missions, and they are happy to have you on their team.
Cons:
Unfortunately, not all internships for first-year students are paid, and in the end they can turn out to be a lot of work. If your priority is to earn money, try to find a paid internship or a job abroad.