From the course: Getting Your First Job in Software Development
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The power of internships
From the course: Getting Your First Job in Software Development
The power of internships
- One subject kept coming up while talking to hiring managers and recruiters, and that's internships. They can be one of the most overlooked activities for new hires. They let you work on real projects and give you practical experience within a corporate environment. The fact that they take extra time shows that you can handle extra responsibilities. They give you insight into the job application process as well. You go through an interview and a selection process, just like with a real job. After your internship, ask for a reference from someone you worked with. It's great if you can get them to include the projects you worked on and any impact you were able to make. One of the nice features of LinkedIn is that references are public and become part of your permanent profile. According to hiring managers and recruiters, these can make a big difference in telling the story of who you are as a potential employee.
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