How Indian private engineering students can do Internships Abroad?
Every year a lot of students from engineering backgrounds aspire to do internships in abroad but not every student got that golden opportunity due to so many stumbling blocks. It is difficult to get an internship in any company outside India unless you are from top reputed colleges like IITs, NITs, BITs Pilani, SRM, etc.
Internships play a very important role in your education program, they help in practical knowledge and make your resume attractive. So in this article, we will guide how to do internships abroad.
- Mostly foreign countries offer internships in research fields, so you have to decide in which field you want to proceed and apply accordingly.
- Try to construct an excellent academic record. A good rank in the college or 9+ CGPA would create a good impression irrespective of the college on your potential supervisor and will increase your chances of getting an internship in abroad.
- During your engineering period try to learn skills and techniques in the field you are aspiring to the internship. Like if you are a computer science engineer then you should go for Java, Python, Oracle, etc. and if you are a civil engineer then you should go for AutoCAD, Staadpro, Revit, etc. Always try to enhance your expertise.
- Always try to join technical workshops in top institutions like IITs to polish your skills and working techniques. Certificates from these reputed institutions also play a major role in enhancing your resume.
- Work with professional career consultants and explore MNCs, International organizations, connect with hiring managers, etc.
- Countries like Belgium, Germany, France, and Switzerland offer internships in politics, international relations, diplomacy, etc.
- Capitals such as Berlin, Barcelona, Paris, and Milan offer internships in Fashion and design.
- If you are interested in business, marketing, retail, finance, and technology, consider places like Singapore, Seoul, Manila, Tokyo, and Beijing.
- To join the top company, you have to go through a small process of recruitment so that you could be recognized and appraised accordingly. The whole procedure for getting an internship varies from company to company but their aim is only to work with the best minds.
- Prepare your resume that include all the information, a letter of motivation, and references, and demonstrate your skills and qualifications that fit well for the internship.
- Try to connect with key people on LinkedIn.
- Knowledge of foreign languages will play a valuable role as will create better connections. Aim on demonstrating that you are perfect for the role and how that internship is going to help you in your long-term career goal. You would be asked for a Skype interview or a video call. Prepare and dress up for it properly.