Secure a Software Engineering internship despite challenging market.

The user, with 0 years of experience and a strong effort in personal projects, Leetcode, and networking, is actively targeting Software Engineering internships. The opportunity is to successfully land one of these internships to kickstart their career. To overcome the challenges of the current market, they should refine their approach by: 1. Deeply customizing each resume and cover letter. 2. Engaging in more targeted networking, including informational interviews. 3. Contributing to open-source projects to showcase collaborative skills. 4. Potentially exploring related internships like QA, Technical Support, or even Product Management as stepping stones into the tech industry.