Summer internship programme - its utility for the students perusing PGDM

Aditya Birla Fashion, Bajaj Finserf, University living, Café Coffee Day and many more such companies became the practical learning hubs for the students of Asian Business School. The students had selected their Professional domains and started appearing for interviews with the companies that they had opted for, eventually kick starting their carrier in the corporate world.

Purpose of SUMMER INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME

Most students ponder and wonder, on the purpose of the Summer Internship Programme. Therefore, let us specifically discus the format, USP and then the benefits of the SIP for the aspirants of the business domain.

Real work experience:

The exposure of working with the real world people of the chosen industry provides and unparalleled practical knowledge and insight on the things that probable go unnoticed while taking the classroom sessions. No students can really understand the in-depth extent and intent of the white board knowledge, till they face the real work challenge.

Skill Enhancement

A very powerful thing – Skill development happens as a part of learning process, while the student is given several situations to handle. While these tasks or situations can be of the ground level or the mediocre level, it provides an impactful support to the working staff at the company as well. Thus it becomes a symbiotic process for both – the student’s aspirant as well as the company staff.

Attitude Building

There may be no right definition to the right attitude, but there are few attributes that are always in demand at the professional area. To name a few are – Team spirit, Humility and Kindness, Pro-activeness, active listenership and work agility.

As a student the disposition of these attributes has just a partial exposure, but while in the summer internship programme, the testing happens in the real critical scenarios.

Networking Opportunities

One of the most valuable aspects of a summer internship program is the opportunity to network with professionals in your chosen field. Building relationships with industry professionals can open doors to future job opportunities, mentorship, and valuable insights into the industry. Networking is a key component of career success, and a summer internship is the perfect place to start building your professional network.

Making optimal use of the Summer Internship Programme

Create Your own WORK LOG SHEET:

A few noteworthy details should be taken into pen and paper for existing as well as future references.  You should take notes, ask questions, and actively engage with your work to hone your abilities

Build a strong Professional Network:

Connecting with colleagues, attend industry events, and build relationships that can benefit your future career

Get Feedback and Improve:

 Seek constructive criticism and use it to improve your performance and grow as a professional

Build Internship for Full-Time Opportunities: Showcase your skills and work ethic to potential employers and increase your chances of getting hired

Optimize Soft Skills: Develop essential skills like communication, teamwork, and time management to excel in your future career

Identify your interests and skills to find an internship that aligns with your goals

Use your internship experience to build a strong resume and increase your chances of getting hired after graduation.