10 things I wish I knew before starting (& during) my internship | INTERNSHIP TIPS

Hi everyone!!
Congrats on starting your internship and making this far! Here are some 10 tips I wish I knew that I've gained from my own experiences and from others who have helped me have a successful internship. I have mainly interned in the tech industry but I have compiled a list of advice that would be applicable to any position and any industry.
I know it's harder to meet and build relationships with people over virtual and remote internships, which would be the main form of the work for the summer 2020 interns. You would still be able to apply the tips like setting weekly meetings with your manager and coffee chats by sending a message or email to them so I highly HIGHLY encourage you to do that. For attending events, you can sign up for the virtual events that will be happening so still participate and reach out to the people you have met through those as well!
***Something I forgot to mention in the video is that YOUR FIRST FEW DAYS & WEEKS COULD GO SLOW! This is totally normal and don't let this discourage or disappoint you. You just started a new job and for a lot of time, it takes time to get you up to speed and fully integrated into a project. Take this time to get to know the different tools and learn materials that are used in your work, get to know the people in your office, and setting goals that you want to achieve so that you can fully hit the ground running when you start to get busy.
Hope you find this video helpful and let me know in the comments if you have any questions :)
- Alexis
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[@giajia]

To summarize: 1. Setting clear objectives and expectations for employers and yourself. What are your employers looking for in a successful intern? Don’t just assume. 2. Check in weekly with your supervisor. 3. Ask questions! Try to solve the problem yourself at first, but ask questions if you get stuck. 4. Set up coffee chats with the people on your team. 5. Participate in company events! Professional, social, workshops, etc. 6. Set daily, weekly, and overall summer goals. Have a to-do list for your summer. (time will fly, own your time!) 7. Be open to criticism, show a growth mindset. 8. Show your enthusiasm! Positive mindset! 9. Identify what you don’t like about the internship. 10. Aim to get a return offer! +1 I would also add researching the people you’re working with so that you are well-versed in who’s who. Being prepared beforehand makes networking so much easier. Thank you for this video!

[@lorettagrey7383]

Thank you ❤️

[@madebyymira]

starting an internship next week and this was super helpful!

[@alexischoi4889]

omg so happy to hear, you go girl!!

[@SkylerBasco]

doing an internship for winter break - this video was soo insightful and i’ll definitely keep these tips in mind! thank you so much!

[@saramoooon]

This is so helpful. Thank you so much! I am all about the details, so it would be great if you did another vid about your detailed advice ;) pretty sure it’s gonna help many.

[@raziakhatoon]

Helpful tips and thanks for sharing👍

[@zzoinks]

Thank you for making this video. You're like a mentor! I'm going to an interview for an internship tomorrow and I hope it goes well. I don't feel 100% prepared, but I feel more prepared for the internship itself now and I know some questions to ask in the interview. I just need to study some interview tips. I'm not sure if I will get this internship, but I hope so! If I did mock interviews and more preparation, I could feel more confident going into this interview, but I did do a real interview a few weeks ago. I didn't get that internship, but I still learned from doing that interview what I would expect. There were probably a lot of factors leading to who they choose for the internship. The last place I interviewed at is my college and they were looking for one student. They prioritize people who are graduating sooner. Maybe I didn't get the internship because I was nervous in the interview, or it was some other things outside my control like how I'm not graduating till next spring. I should stay positive because they can only accept one applicant and me not getting the internship doesn't mean that I did something wrong or I am not qualified. My friend reminded me I am smart and have the requirements for the internship and he says I will do fine.

[@bogeygolfer90]

may i ask did you made it for the internship? i know im a couple months late but still, kinda curious! haha

[@gvb3109]

Just finished my resumee with my best pal, next step, applying to internships

[@lewisj598]

Thanks for the information!!

[@alexischoi4889]

Sure thing! :)

[@hungryfishie_]

thanks a lot! im about to start my first internship next week and i needed this. badly.

[@alexischoi4889]

WOW thanks for this sweet comment -- so glad I could help! Hope it's going well for you!

[@merieshafonseka599]

How do you ask for a coffee chat? In my company, what I noticed is that they would bring their coffee to the desk and have it while working.

[@freshstartdaily]

I've started internship already for a month now and i am still questioning what should i do for the next move, my performances, and what i did is it enough or what? And i think ur video is very helpfull🙏

[@ragigupta8289]

you inspire me everyday

[@alexischoi4889]

😍 you motivate me everyday!

[@makiopeiyin9224]

Hey , this is really helpful, thank you very much , I am about to start internship after one week holiday and I am bit worry about if I will be able to preform well and I still not sure what expectation they have on me in this intern, and I want to write a email to manger ask about what this concern before even start the internship so that I can best prepare my self before start , what do you think ?

[@zzoinks]

By "recruit" at 9:40, do you mean applying for more jobs at different companies?

[@Whatchalookinattt]

I hate being the only intern at my department. My manager has a quite free vibe on the rest of the employees meaning ppl do things their own way. This means, as an intern, I’m getting shxt from everyone for doing sth in ways that others have taught me. Also, strict rules only apply to interns so when I do things the way my supervisors do them, I get shxt from my manager.

[@zzoinks]

I have a question, were the people you worked with nice?

[@kshitizsrivastav3475]

Which company offer internship for you 😊😊