2023-06-28
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The internship is a valuable credit for undergraduate students, yet competition for internships can be highly intense specifically in large conglomerates and investment banks.
Rather than a reactive approach, students are advised to take a proactive and focused approach to fight for an invaluable placement.
We have spoken to Salman Ahmad, a Bearing Academy professional consultant who has over 28 years of experience in academia, public and private organization across various countries.
Be Proactive in the Internship Competition – Salman Ahmad is a certified Project Management professional and a Management Consultant.
Salman has worked as a career educator and co-op specialist at a top-tier Canadian university, and specializes in preparing international candidates for co-op and career work placements. He has experience in coaching and mentoring aspiring students and professionals in Business, Engineering and Computer Science, and has credentials from top-tier B-Schools in MBA, Management and International Business.
“It is a targeting game in the competition for internships. Students are advised to start early and identify their targeted industries and companies; research the target’s core businesses, culture, recent initiatives, and notable achievements. This will allow students to tailor outstanding internship applications and interviews,” Salman said.
“Some of you may have doubts when considering internships because of lacking work experience. You should leverage your existing connections at the university, such as professors, alumni, and coursework partners to explore potential internship opportunities. Look out for industry events, company talks offered for students to broaden your personal network.”
“Sometimes it is not a bad idea to reach out directly to the companies you are interested in, expressing your enthusiasm and inquiring about potential internship opportunities. Be persistent in following up and showcase your interest.”
Make an early online presence “In this connected world, students can build a strong online presence even before graduation. Highlight their academic achievements, outstanding projects, extracurricular activities, and even their part-time or volunteer work experiences on professional social platforms, such as LinkedIn and SlideShare will differentiate themselves.”
Sharpen your skills related to the modern business world “You can also focus on developing skills within coursework that are highly valued in business settings, such as analytical thinking, problem-solving, teamwork, leadership, and effective communication. Stay tuned to the up-and-coming industry trends, opportunities and risks associated with current affairs. This knowledge will demonstrate your passion and understanding of the conglomerate’s industry during interviews and conversations.”
“Education advisory is an added value to securing internship placement for undergraduate students. Bearing Academy consultants have a well-established process to guide you through the journey – from developing a student portfolio, identifying a suitable industry, and preparing for internship interviews with mock one-on-ones, anticipated questions, and post-interview analysis. Each internship application and interview is an opportunity for you to learn and grow. Let’s remain persistent and embrace the process to become part of your professional development,” concluded Salman.
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