Gives some details regarding training & internship avenues open to students of BE or B.Tech in India

2.  It is ideal to have at least two trainings/
internships on your CV by the end of your
course.
 It should be career-related: supervised by full –
time professionals in the field.
 It can involve conducting research, working at a
non-profit organization, managing office
responsibilities, assisting with projects, &/or
using technical skills to support an event.
 Its goal should be to broaden your knowledge of
the field and shape your future career path.

3.  Ideally in the III/V semester because
the heavy application periods are the
months of January and February

4.  ASK YOURSELF THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS –
 What field am I interested in exploring? Do I enjoy
activities that relate to people, things or data?
 Which skills do I want to develop – writing,
research, problem-solving, scientific/lab?
 What have I received praise or recognition for in
the past?
 Do I prefer a regular routine or an ever changing
schedule?
 Do I prefer to work in a team or alone?
 Do I prefer to lead or follow?
 Do I enjoy creative activities & artistic endeavours?

5.  Are there organizations or companies that I
would like to target?
 Where would I like to be located geographically?
 Do I need to be paid for the training/internship?
 If I have to pay to get training, then is it going to
be worth it or is it a rat-race sort of thing?
 How important is the work environment (work-
life balance) to me?
 What do you hope to gain from the experience?

6.  Utilize alumni and your network for advice
 Speak to/Apply to employers directly about
opportunities by participating in Career Fairs
 Follow up after applying/speaking
 Find apt housing by speaking to the employer
or previous interns/trainees
 If there is a fee involved, negotiate for groups
and motivate like minded students to join
 Prepare a quality CV and cover letter
 Prepare for an interview

7.  INTERPERSONAL - relating well with others, listening
to others’ opinions/concerns, responding to concerns,
resolving disputes/conflicts, assisting others, motivating
individuals or groups, working as a team player
 LEADERSHIP - decision-making, motivating others,
delegating, evaluating, problem-solving, supervising
and managing
 COMMUNICATION - writing, advising, presenting,
public speaking, training, instructing, persuading,
interpreting information
 ORGANIZATIONAL - follow-through, planning,
meeting deadlines, setting & attaining goals,
multitasking, time management