INTERNSHIPS BEFORE GRADUATION:

You cannot shake hands with a clenched fist- A very famous quote coined by Mrs. Indira Gandhi is as much true today as it was 20 years back. In a student’s perspective, it is an undeniable fact that they should be open armed to embrace any opportunity that knocks their doors. Finding work can be a real challenge, especially if one doesn't have any experience. Yet to get experience one must first find a job.  It's a nasty catch that can be difficult to get around but an internship is a good way to do it.

There have been vast variations in the engineering trends in the last decade, in job trends and also in the mindsets of students, the factors being arbitrary. Students have increased inclination towards doing internships at early stages of undergraduate studies. Many new college graduates are uncertain what careers to pursue. Despite their qualms, they often embark on job searches, only to discover that the task is daunting. In this climate, an internship may be a good alternative. Interns gain professional experience that provides them an edge in the job market. They also offer one, a valuable learning experience, networking connections, and an opportunity to earn recommendations or a chance to get a job at the Host Company. An internship is a great first step to that dream job.
An internship is a testimony to the caliber of the candidate. It makes
the candidate’s profile much stronger and more appealing to an employer. It shows the commitment one has towards a field and also how willing one is, to invest both time and effort to get ahead of the learning curve.

The thought of working for free may not be exciting but an internship really is. Sometimes, students look out for paid internships as well, because for them paid internships become aids for extra pocket money. Apart from that, one gets the opportunity to meet people, attend cool events and feel happy working in an industry one loves. Working in a company exposes one to different ways of thinking and working. This breadth of experience is likely to stand one in good stead when caught in the mire of a problem. Getting experience is a great way to build confidence. A resolute and robust confidence is admittedly the gateway to one’s dream job! Besides, one day when working, a look back on one’s internship would be greeted with a fond and smug glow of self-congratulation for having taken that necessary step!

P.S : This is an article I wrote for a website. Just put it up to share it with you all ! 

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