COMMON INTERNSHIP INTERVIEW QUESTIONS

 COMMON INTERNSHIP INTERVIEW QUESTIONS

1. Tell me about yourself. 
2. Can you walk me through your resume? 
3. Why are you interested in this internship? 
4. What are your strengths? 
5. What are your weaknesses? 
6. What are you passionate about? 
7. How would your boss/friends/co-workers describe you? 
8. What are your hobbies? 
9. Where do you see yourself in five years? 
10. What attracted you to our company? 
11. Do you have prior experience? 
12. Tell me about a challenging project or assignment you completed recently. 
13. What accomplishments are you most proud of? 
14. What skills can you bring to the company? 
15. How do you deal with stressful situations? 
16. What do you know about our company? 
17. Why did you choose your major? 
18. Why did you apply for this position? 
19. Why should we hire you? 
20. Do you work better alone or with a team? 
21. Who was the most difficult person you ever worked with? 
22. Tell me about a time when you successfully led a team. 
23. How would others describe you? 
24. What is an example of a conflict you had to resolve? 
25. Tell me about a tough decision you’ve had to make. 
26. What type of work environment do you prefer? 
27. Do you prefer to work on a team or independently? 
28. Why did you choose this university? 
29. How do you organize your time and set priorities in a typical day? 
30. What are/were your favorite and least favorite classes? 
31. What are you looking for in your ideal position? 
32. What are your plans after graduation? 
33. What motivates you to achieve your goals? 
34. Would you rather complete a job on time or do it right? 
35. Tell me about a time when you received negative feedback on your work.
36. Why are you the best candidate for this internship? 
37. What type of work environment do you prefer? 
38. What kinds of decisions are most difficult for you? 
39. Tell me about a time you had to quickly learn something new. 
40. Do you have any questions for me? 
    
    
    
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NO. 1 LIFE SKILL, NOT TAUGHT IN SCHOOL!

NO. 1 LIFE SKILL,
NOT TAUGHT IN SCHOOL!

'Conversation' is number one life skill that is not taught in school and young adults need real-life skills empowerment now more than ever.

Do you know which lifeskill permeates every area and aspect of life, still not taught in school?

The answer is 'Conversation'.

Conversing with coworkers, bosses, loved ones, friends, spouses, neighbors, acquaintances, etc., all require certain social norms and boundaries to be observed—such as mutualrespect and give-and-take—whether it’s face to face, by email, and telephone. 

The younger generation has been called the ‘silent generation’, due to communicating overwhelmingly via technology, which is a medium that does not require actually speaking to anyone, such as texting, social media messages, email, and so on.

In so doing, their personal communicationskills are being hindered. The broader outcome could be social isolation, arrested social development, and not learning from the common lot of other’s experiences and mistakes who are their age and older, which could potentially become a barrier to rewarding careers.

Knowing how to connect with others, being empathetic, when to speak and when to listen, is of great value in the workplace and in interpersonal relationships. To learn the art of conversation is to actually do it, with peers and other varied and diverse people.

As per reports*, 'Conversation' is number one life skill that is not taught in school and young adults need real-life skills empowerment now more than ever.

*credit: Successful Student

Communication Skills for Engineers

Hiring managers seeking engineering candidates look for the ability to clearly present
objectives, data, conclusions, and recommendations.

Communication Skills for Engineers 

In today’s world, it is essential for an engineer to possess strong communication skills; it is the biggest determiner of success in the modern engineer’s professional career.

"There is ample evidence that graduate engineers lack the required standard of communication skills, particularly when compared to the needs of the industry internationally."

- UNESCO's International Centre report for Engineering Education

In addition to the technical skills necessary to design, test, and build things, successful engineers must also have the ability to 'interact with others'. 

As per The Ohio State University's 'Engineer Magazine',

"In today’s world, it is essential for an engineer to possess strong communication skills; it is the biggest determiner of success in the modern engineer’s professional career."

Hiring managers seeking engineering candidates look for the ability to clearly present objectives, data, conclusions, and recommendations.

According to Engineering Institute of Technology (Australia),

"Strong communication skills in engineering have become imperative as the engineering industry continues to evolve."

So what can engineers do to work on their communication skills? Here are 10 tips on how to use communication effectively,

1. Use positive language. 
   
   
2. Be clear, deliberate and concise. 
   
   
3. Show your appreciation for good work. 
   
   
4. Carefully select language when critiquing. 
   
   
5. Show genuine interest in conversations. 
   
   
6. Set clear and achievable communication goals. 
   
   
7. Avoid slang and colloquial language. 
   
   
8. Be precise and to the point. 
   
   
9. Ensure there is no room for misinterpretation. 
   
   
10. Think before you speak.
    

Additionally, here is also a list of 9 must-read books to make you a stronger communicator. Find the list in the comment section.

(1) Unleash the Power of Storytelling: Win Hearts, Change Minds, Get Results By Rob Biesenbach 

(2) Five Stars: The Communication Secrets to Get from Good to Great By Carmine Gallo
(3) Just Listen: Discover the Secret to Getting Through to Absolutely Anyone By Mark Goulston
(4) We Need to Talk: How to Have Conversations That Matter By Celeste Headlee
(5) Power Questions: Build Relationships, Win New Business, and Influence Others By Andrew Sobel and Jerold Panas
(6) Resonate: Present Visual Stories that Transform Audiences By Nancy Duarte
(7) Never Split the Difference: Negotiating As If Your Life Depended On It By Chris Voss with Tahl Raz
(8) Reclaiming Conversation: The Power of Talk in a Digital Age By Sherry Turkle
(9) The Sense of Style: The Thinking Person’s Guide to Writing in the 21st Century By Steven Pinker

3 Most Important Human Values

3 Most Important Human Values 

All these 3 values are essential to make a difference in the world we live in. Initiative is a must and this shows that the person (who initiates) is a problem solver, he/she is not a mere cribber or a complainer.

As a leader, according to me, the following are 3 most important human values that I feel are utmost essential to welcome change in the world.

1. Initiative

2. Empathy

3. Positive Attitude

All these 3 values are essential to make a difference in the world we live in. Initiative is a must and this shows that the person (who initiates) is a problem solver, he/she is not a mere cribber or a complainer.

It also shows that he/ she has a spark of leadership in him/ her and can lead a group of like-minded followers in the direction of the desired change for betterment of the community. Look at any social entrepreneur and you will witness a history of initiatives on his/ her part. Look at any inventor or the one who made a discovery, and again you will find a trail of initiatives behind them.

Empathy is another important value that keep us grounded and makes us feel the pain or sorrow the other person might be going through. This is equally pertinent value that encourages us to bring a positive change (not just ANY change) in the lives of the people around.

And last but not the least, positive attitude is the value that keeps us persistent with our efforts. Without the element of positive attitude, it is really very difficult to keep on track in the face of struggles or fluctuations of life. 

 

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Learning Outside the Classroom

Learning outside the classroom is known to have significant educational benefits.

Learning Outside the Classroom

Do you know boredom is a common by-product of the traditional education system and affects students of all age groups?

In the book '21st Century Skills: Learning for Life in Our Times', the authors Bernie Trilling and Charles Fadel affirm, “the world has changed so fundamentally that the roles of learning and education in day-to-day living have also changed forever”.

Customized outdoor-learning activities not only break up the monotony of indoor learning, but also help students develop confidence and connect with their course-content perfectly.

According to an article by Gary Stidder, learning outside the classroom is known to have significant educational benefits. It helps learners develop a can-do-attitude that can be applied to all aspects of life.

Working outside of the classroom with diverse groups of individuals allows students to gain more self-confidence and appreciation for others' differences and similarities.

Research suggests that these outdoor activities positively impact students' emotional, intellectual, social, and inter-personal development.

Recently, we conducted a fun outdoor teamactivity 'Leadership Turf' that witnessed an overwhelming participation of our students.

The objective of 'Leadership Turf' was to promote creativity, inspire motivation, and give students a new perception of learning.

Customized outdoor-learning activities not only break up the monotony of indoor learning,
but also help students develop confidence and connect with their course-content perfectly.

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 Remember that the audience wants you to succeed.

 Important Tips for Effective Public Speaking

Do you fear public speaking? Here are some practical tips for you to follow to make your mark in your next presentation,

- Look at your audience.

_ Pause after important points.

- Speak with conviction and enthusiasm.

- Be natural and sincere.

- Smile.

- Use props, stories, questions, clips, examples etc.

- Practice ...To overcome nervousness.

- Use occasional “spice” or “pace breakers” like Humor, Pictures, Sound, Animation, Questions (Not just Yes/No).

- Be passionate about the topic.

- Relax and use nerves to your advantage.

- Breathe deeply, and pause as needed.

- Face audience more than slides.

- Get honest feedback from someone you trust.

- Remember that the audience wants you to succeed.

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Dear Mohit, I'm Proud of You!

On the occasion of his parents' 25th wedding anniversary, he gifted them a house.

Dear Mohit, I'm Proud of You!

On the occasion of his parents' 25th wedding anniversary, he gifted them a house. 

Dear teachers, trainers, and mentors!

This story is of a middle class young man who had dreams and a passion for making his dreams come true.

He was hard working, sincere and dedicated, but was suffering with self doubt and low confidence.

He knew he was not industry-ready and job-fit at that point of time. All he required was a little push and the right skill set to establish himself as a professional, and achieve wonderful things in life.

Recently, when I received this message from him, I just got reminded of the fact that how much important role teachers, trainers and mentors play in one's life.

I still remember how he always used to give his best during the training sessions, and was always the first one to approach me with one common question every time, "How can I become better?"

As teachers, trainers and mentors, we also have another very important role to play: To Prepare Our Students for LIFE.

This young man's journey is a testimony of the fact that building relevant skills is more important than a fancy resume.

Wishing you all a very happy World Youth Skills Day!

May you keep inspiring and igniting the spark in youth today and forever.

Dear Mohit, I 'm so so proud of you. May you always keep moving forward :)

Dear Mohit, I 'm so so proud of you. May you always keep moving forward.

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