Joy Ijagun’s Post

💡 "𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩: 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐠𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐲𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐨𝐫 𝐉𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐚 𝐍𝐚𝐦𝐞 𝐨𝐧 𝐚 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐮𝐦𝐞?" 💡 Internships are supposed to be the golden ticket — a gateway between the classroom and the real world. But how often do we, as engineering students, end up doing busy work instead of learning real-world skills? 📝 Too many students leave their internships still unsure of how to apply their knowledge. Are companies missing the opportunity to truly mentor the next generation? 🔧 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐞’𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐭𝐡: When internships are treated as a checkbox, we lose the chance to build skills, confidence, and networks. And without meaningful experience, the gap between education and employment keeps growing. 🚀 𝐖𝐞 𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐝 𝐚 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞! 🚀 It's time to push for internships that actually teach. Ones that give engineering students hands-on experience and the confidence to tackle the challenges of the future. 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐰𝐚𝐬 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐥𝐢𝐤𝐞? 𝐃𝐢𝐝 𝐢𝐭 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐫, 𝐨𝐫 𝐰𝐚𝐬 𝐢𝐭 𝐣𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐨𝐧 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐮𝐦𝐞? Share your thoughts below and tag someone who needs to hear this. Let's raise the bar for engineering internships everywhere. 🌟 --- Hashtags: #InternshipChallenges #FutureEngineers #RealWorldSkills #EngineeringExperience #MentorshipMatters #InternshipRealities #CorporateCulture #Abhiyanta #EngineeringCareers #LinkedInCommunity #FreshGradStories #internshipstruggles #engineeringinternships #careerchallenges #realworldskills #futureengineers #corporateculture #engineeringlife #graduatesuccess #jobmarket #engineeringstudents #mentorshipmatters #freshgraduate #jobopportunities #internshipexperience #engineeringcareers

--- Internships Aren't Optional in an Engineering Education --- Internships can be fun, they pay you, and no one expects much from you, so it's the perfect sandbox to learn the #engineering ropes before you go full time. It's insane to think how important an #internship is on your #engineeringstudent resume for getting a full time job, when it doesn't necessarily come across as a requirement to graduate. But if you want to have a job at graduation, it's exactly what you need to do. My school certainly didn't make it sound like more than an interesting supplement to the core curriculum. And if I hadn't been convinced otherwise by mentors close to me, I probably would have let the fear of the unknown and my natural instinct to avoid embarassing myself stop me from trying it. But the truth is, no matter how good (or bad) your GPA, personal projects or extracurriculars, interning or co-oping is the number one way a company knows you can be trusted in the workplace. DM me for a mentor in your pocket!

Engineering Students! Having a solid future plan is crucial for success. Start by building your CV during college with internships, projects, and relevant skills. Set career goals, network with professionals, and stay updated with industry trends. Your preparation today will pave the way for a promising tomorrow! #EngineeringStudents #CareerPlanning

Can you go into sales with an engineering background? The short answer is yes.   My guest this week, Chloe Rubinowicz, is an electrical engineering graduate, and gets to experience new things every day. Instead of just one specialty, she’s constantly learning about cool, new projects from her clients and is really having fun at work. What a concept!   Though she wasn’t able to obtain an internship during the pandemic, she managed to work around it. Internships are important, but projects and other experiences are possible, if you keep your options open and explore what’s available.   How’d she get experience without an internship? She entered a competition, applied herself, made it to the final round, and then? You’ll have to listen in.   Her lessons to share: 👍Start sooner and take advantage of all the resources available to you 👍Act with a sense of urgency, not panic 👍Find alumni connections and take advantage of the alumni board   Companies are looking to see what you’re able to do, the soft skills you bring, and what you can offer whether it’s from an internship, a project, or a competition.   It’s your job to figure out how to show employers what you’re capable of. #inspiration #careersuccess https://lnkd.in/g2Y3ucpn

The Power of #Internships: Shaping Your Engineering Future 👓 Dear #engineeringstudents , Faculty, and Parents in the LinkedIn Community, Please ask these questions : 1.   Is it Mandatory or Meaningful? Are you pursuing internships because they're mandatory, or do you recognize their intrinsic value in honing your skills and knowledge? 2.   Following Friends or Forging Paths? Are you influenced by peers, or are you charting your own course based on your career aspirations? 3.   Understanding the Why and When: Do you comprehend why internships are essential? Are you aware of the ideal timing to undertake them? 4.   The Power of Recommendations: Why is it crucial to have someone vouch for you during internship applications? 5.   Investment from Industry Professionals: Why should industry experts invest their time ⏲ in guiding aspiring engineers? 6.   Takeaways and Learning: What are your expectations from an internship, and what will you actively seek to learn 📑 and achieve during this period? Hope , this opens your eyes ! Now, let's understand the significance of internships: You know, Internships aren't mere #resume boosters; they're windows into the real world of engineering. Here's why they matter: 1.   Real-World Exposure: Internships offer first-hand experiences in real-world engineering scenarios, providing insights impossible to gain within the confines of a classroom. 2.   Bridging #academia and Industry: They serve as bridges between academic learning and industry demands, equipping you with practical skills and knowledge crucial for professional success. 3.   #Networking for Future Growth: Internships present unparalleled networking opportunities, potentially leading to #mentorship, job offers, and #professionalgrowth avenues. 4.   #industryinsights : They allow you to explore diverse industries, roles, and career paths, helping you make informed decisions about your future endeavors. 5.   #Self-Exploration and Direction: Internships enable you to explore your interests and passions, guiding you towards a career path aligned with your aspirations. 6.   #employability Boost: Internship experiences significantly enhance your employability, as employers prefer candidates with practical exposure and hands-on skills. However, it's disheartening to witness students treat internships as mere obligations rather than golden opportunities for growth. Let's change this narrative. Let's commit to maximizing the potential of every internship opportunity. To the industry professionals, your investment in guiding and mentoring aspiring engineers is invaluable. Your time and expertise shape the future of our field, and for that, we are immensely grateful. When the students come for internship, let's spread awareness. Together, let's pave the way for a generation of engineers who not only excel academically but also prosper in the dynamic landscape of the industry. Reach out this to engineers .Happy Learning 🙂 !

PSA: This is a link to companies in Australia that employ interns & graduates https://lnkd.in/gSP6HH_G Did you know that we create technical and job specific structured programs to assist at a team level after the typical 2-year overarching companywide graduate program? Initially we started out targeting the intern and graduate sector, however our support doesn't and shouldn't end there. We've learnt that it's important to use feedback to refine our message and better explain what we do... Whilst we help organisations develop high level strategies, our real point of difference is in our ability to compliment that with our bottom-up approach to help business' achieve project success through the upskilling of their team in the "engine room". #buteros #earlycareer #engineering #coaching #graduatedevelopment #internships #cadetships

We're thrilled to announce our 2024 Internship Program, designed to transform students into skilled engineers. Discover how our dedicated program equips future engineers with hands-on experience and industry insights. Read all about it in our latest blog post featuring alumni Teagan Clancy and Matt Rogers, PE. #Engineering #InternshipProgram #FutureEngineers #STEM #CareerDevelopment #CenturyWestEngineering #EngineeringInternships #CivilEngineering #AviationEngineering #MunicipalEngineering #CenturyWestEngineering

#tiptuesday Since the announcement of #disney Fall Engineering Internships posting 1/22/24, I got a lot of questions how to “stand out” during the application. Here’s some basic tips to help prepare you. ✅ Apply once you see them! Dont tell yourself, “I’ll do it later”. That job posting may be close when you get around to it. ✅ Focus your application efforts. Read the Job Description to ensure you meet the eligibility/qualifications for the role. Pro Tip - just because “Internship” is in the title doesn’t mean you qualify for it. ✅ Proof read your resume before submitting an application. Any typos or incorrect dates should be updated. ✅ Be confident! This is your moment to shine, so don’t second guess yourself. Hope this helps! #disneyinterns #internships #students #studentsoflinkedin #engineering #engineeringinternship #disneyaspire #disneycollegeprogram

Many students graduate in IT, engineering or other specialised fields, but struggle to apply their skills in the workforce. Did you know that most employers prefer candidates with internship experience? Get ahead with the Professional Year program from #PerformanceEducation and boost your employability in your chosen field. #LifeReady

Recently, three directors of engineering colleges told me an alarming trend: Companies are offering fake internships to students for money. This trend is seen more in tier-2 or tier-3 cities, which constitute the majority of colleges in India. Since the time pursuing internships has become mandatory for engineering students, students are desperate to pursue quick internships and companies are taking advantage of this. Internships are a means for students to apply the knowledge gained in their college to a real-life projects. It is a stepping stone for students, from academia to industry. Students who work hard in internships, often times find their passion. I understand that providing internships to all students is not easy, but I implore all academicians to preserve the sanctity of internships and discourage such practices.