Imagine you are an IT student or new to the tech field. You want an internship, but experience is being demanded everywhere. So the question is – how to get the first internship without any job experience?
Don’t worry! You are not alone – many students go through this struggle. The good news is that you can get an internship, if you follow the right approach.
What do companies look for in internships?
Instead of experience, companies look for these qualities:
- Problem-solving approach.
- Knowledge of basics.
- Communication and learning attitude.
- Passion for tech (whether through projects or self-learning).
Step-by-Step Guide: How to get an internship
1. Make Your Tech Base Strong
How to Start?
- Choose the field of your interest – Web Dev, Data Science, Cybersecurity, App Dev, etc.
- Use the Free platforms :
- freeCodeCamp
- Coursera (free courses)
- YouTube tutorials (Apna College, CodeWithHarry, etc.)
Do Focus:
- On Basics (HTML, CSS, JS ya Python, DBMS, Git)
- Creating 2–3 small projects (To-Do App, Calculator, Portfolio Site etc.)
2. Make and show personal projects
- Post your own projects on GitHub.
- Write a proper README for every project (what the project does, how it was made)
- These projects showcase your learning and dedication.
3. Do Free Certification Courses
Some trusted Platforms:
- Google IT Support (Coursera)
- AWS Cloud Foundation
- Meta Frontend Developer (Coursera free trials)
- IBM Data Science Certificate
Be sure to add these to your resume and LinkedIn!
4. Make Your Online Presence
GitHub
- Neat profile
- Projects with commits
- Regular updates
- Create professional profile.
- Share your journey in About section.
- Write short posts about what you are learning.