Ready, set, GO!

Now that many of us have gotten our internship, it is time to show what we are capable of bringing to our company.  What I will bring to my internship is not only my positive attitude but the skills that I have learned from Year Up.  These skills include the basics of how computers are put together and how they function.  Prior to Year Up I didn’t know much but I now feel like I have a decent base of knowledge in which I can expand on.  I believe that I can add a lot not only technically but also with my personality and work ethic.

I must admit that I do have some anxiety when it comes to internship.  This stems from the fact that I like to prepare myself for what might be coming.  In doing this I feel like I am more prepared for what might be.  This also makes me overthink a lot but I am more comfortable with overthinking and stressing out than not caring and not being prepared.

I plan to demonstrate that I am dependable and a key contributor by being a sponge out there with all the information that will be thrown our way.  And when there is something that I am not sure about I will ask around until I have a firm grasp of the concept.  In doing this I will be showing not only how bad I want a position with the company but also show what I could bring to other tech companies.

Internship Tips

So we are all getting ready to go to our internships and some of us may be wondering how it will be.  Here is my list of most important to least. (They are all important nonetheless)

1. Enjoy Yourself - internship will be as good as you are going to make it.  Plus there will not be anymore homework!!!! So enjoy it.
2. Be Optimistic - Having that positive outlook will only bring goods things for you and maybe others.  Law of Attraction is REAL!!
3. Avoid Negativity - There will definitely be some tough and trying times but don't let it be something to hold you back or down.
4. Set Personal Goals - we must do this because if not we will become content and this will lead to a bad experience.  Plus if your not improving on yourself, what are you doing?
5. Take Initiative - by doing this you are making yourself standout above everyone else and are demonstrating your personal value to the company
6. Get as much Exposure as possible - This is basically the same thing as taking initiative and will allow you to acclimate into the culture at your internship. 
7.  Have regular Meetings with your manager - This will help you to figure out growth areas and also develop a work relationship.
8. Network, Network, Network - keep expanding your network because it will benefit you not only at your job but also in future endeavors
9. Never shun an Opportunity - you never know when an opportunity can lead to better experiences in life and in the future