{"id":17379,"date":"2023-03-20T19:57:27","date_gmt":"2023-03-20T12:57:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/neo-blog.kalibrr.com\/blog?p=17379"},"modified":"2023-03-20T19:59:23","modified_gmt":"2023-03-20T12:59:23","slug":"i-interned-for-a-tech-company-so-you-wont-have-to-heres-what-i-learned","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/neo-blog.kalibrr.com\/blog\/i-interned-for-a-tech-company-so-you-wont-have-to-heres-what-i-learned","title":{"rendered":"I Interned for a Tech Company So You Won\u2019t Have To; Here\u2019s What I Learned"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Internship season is fast approaching, which means that students are again looking for possible companies that they can intern for. Whether it&#8217;s a requirement for school or your own initiative, we all have to go through an internship program at some point in our academic lives.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/careers.umbc.edu\/employers\/internships\/what-is-an-internship\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">University of Maryland website,<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> internship is defined as \u201ca professional learning experience that offers meaningful, practical work related to a student\u2019s field of study or career interest.\u201d This means that when we seek internship opportunities, we should often check out roles that fit the career that we want. Think of it as a training ground for you to see what it\u2019s like to work for your dream position.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So now that we know what an internship is, let me tell you how I ended up interning for a tech company, so you don\u2019t have to\u2026 or maybe if you would like to be part of one too!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_26 counter-hierarchy\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">TOPICS<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><label for=\"item\" aria-label=\"Table of Content\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"item\"><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/neo-blog.kalibrr.com\/blog\/i-interned-for-a-tech-company-so-you-wont-have-to-heres-what-i-learned\/#The_Search_for_an_Internship\" title=\"The Search for an Internship\">The Search for an Internship<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/neo-blog.kalibrr.com\/blog\/i-interned-for-a-tech-company-so-you-wont-have-to-heres-what-i-learned\/#The_Kalibrr_Experience\" title=\"The Kalibrr Experience\">The Kalibrr Experience<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/neo-blog.kalibrr.com\/blog\/i-interned-for-a-tech-company-so-you-wont-have-to-heres-what-i-learned\/#Would_I_Recommend_It\" title=\"Would I Recommend It?\u00a0\u00a0\">Would I Recommend It?\u00a0\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/neo-blog.kalibrr.com\/blog\/i-interned-for-a-tech-company-so-you-wont-have-to-heres-what-i-learned\/#What_to_Look_for_in_an_Internship\" title=\"What to Look for in an Internship\">What to Look for in an Internship<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/neo-blog.kalibrr.com\/blog\/i-interned-for-a-tech-company-so-you-wont-have-to-heres-what-i-learned\/#Kalibrr_Internship_Opportunities\" title=\"Kalibrr Internship Opportunities\">Kalibrr Internship Opportunities<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Search_for_an_Internship\"><\/span><b>The Search for an Internship<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Just like any other internship program, I had to start looking for one, and luckily, there are so many ways to look for companies that are offering such opportunities, which are posted on different platforms. From group chats to groups on social media applications or even job platforms like Kalibrr, searching for an internship program can literally be done with just a few taps. If you don\u2019t know where to start, Kalibrr offers their own internship programs in the company, but they also post on their platforms opportunities from other companies. Just check out their <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kalibrr.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">website<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to check out their internship opportunities. For me, I was lucky to have stumbled upon Kalibrr\u2019s post that they were looking for a Content Writing Intern to be part of their growing team, and after a few interviews, voila! Here I am writing about how my internship is going and what I can share with you about it!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Kalibrr_Experience\"><\/span><b>The Kalibrr Experience<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When I stumbled upon the Content Writing Intern opportunity, of course I had to first assess if my skills and knowledge were enough for the position. After finally deciding, I took on the challenge of applying for the position. I\u2019m not going to lie; it was quite scary, because it was a new experience. I was able to go through the process of interviews, and of course, wait for the status of my application. The wait game was worth it because right now, I am the Content Writing Intern of the Growth Division at Kalibrr! So far, I am enjoying my stay at Kalibrr. The people I\u2019ve met and have worked with are very pleasant, and it has been a great work experience. I get to really express my thoughts, and I feel heard and understood by the people I have been working with. I am able to collaborate with young professionals in their field that understands the need to communicate and the sense of camaraderie is there. We recently had a work from office day (which was so much fun by the way!) and I was able to meet the people I would often just see online.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I am very grateful to be part of such a dynamic team that prioritizes the growth of their employees.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Would_I_Recommend_It\"><\/span><b>Would I Recommend It?\u00a0\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When we look at our internship opportunities, we should consider a lot of factors. <\/span><b>Remember that we are aiming to find internships that can help us reach our fullest potential while also being guided by our supervisors.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Sometimes, what we experience may affect how we view the career or job we want to pursue. <\/span><b>So would I recommend going into a tech company for an internship? Yes, I definitely would recommend it!<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Tech companies have different divisions and teams that anyone can apply to. From marketing to finance to customer relations, and software engineering, you can find a position that would best fit you and your skills. <\/span><b>Who would have thought that I\u2019d be interning at a tech company like Kalibrr? Sometimes, we have to step out of our comfort zones and check out companies that are promising and can offer something beneficial to your growth as a person.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Remember that it is also my first time working with a tech company and despite feeling scared at the beginning, when you get to know the people you\u2019re working with and the essence of what you do, it becomes a whole lot easier.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_Look_for_in_an_Internship\"><\/span><b>What to Look for in an Internship<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.suu.edu\/blog\/2021\/02\/internships-five-things.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Southern Utah University<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, there are five things to look for when you are starting your internship:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>New Skills &#8211;<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Internships help you develop and learn new skills that you can take with you anywhere you go. The training and supervision given to us by our supervisors can greatly improve how we work and our outlook on our job.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Work Environment &#8211;<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Find a company that you know has a conducive work environment. Not only do we consider the actual position we are applying for but also the background of the company and how their employees are.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Potential Income &#8211;<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Some internship opportunities offer allowances, and this is sometimes a deciding factor for those looking to apply for one.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Jumpstart your career &#8211;<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> At times, employers look at the performance of their interns and may consider hiring them full-time once they have graduated. Performing well can help jumpstart your career.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Resume Building &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When we do internships, this can be added to our resumes as part of our experience in the job we are applying for. Companies also consider your experience as an intern when you are applying.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>At the end of the day, you just need to love what you\u2019re doing and learn what was taught to you during your internship<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Surely, even after you end the internship and get into a real job, whatever was taught to you in that company, the experiences, values and work ethics, you will bring it with you everywhere. You might even get hired in your internship company if they see you performing well.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Kalibrr_Internship_Opportunities\"><\/span><b>Kalibrr Internship Opportunities<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check out the some Internship Opportunities posted on Kalibrr:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kalibrr.com\/c\/kalibrr-ph\/jobs\/214172\/finance-and-accounting-intern\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Finance and Accounting Intern\u00a0 &#8211; Kalibrr<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kalibrr.com\/c\/kalibrr-ph\/jobs\/48547\/recruitment-intern-people-ops\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Recruitment Intern | People Ops &#8211; Kalibrr<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kalibrr.com\/c\/machine\/jobs\/179667\/internship-program\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Internship Program\u00a0 &#8211; MyKuya Technologies<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kalibrr.com\/c\/remedy-skintech-inc\/jobs\/168665\/video-editor-intern\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Video Editor &#8211; Intern Remedy Skintech, Inc.<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kalibrr.com\/c\/expedock-1\/jobs\/217018\/software-engineer-intern\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Software Engineer Intern &#8211; Expedock<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&#8211;<\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kalibrr is a recruitment technology company that aims to transform how candidates find jobs and how companies hire talent. Placing the candidate experience at the center of everything it does, we continue to attract the best talent from all over, with more than 5.5 million professionals and counting. Kalibrr ultimately connects these talents to companies in search of their next generation of leaders.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The only end-to-end recruitment solutions provider in Southeast Asia, Kalibrr is headquartered in Makati, Philippines, with offices in San Francisco, California, and Jakarta, Indonesia. Established in 2012, it has served over 18,000 clients and is backed by some of the world\u2019s most powerful start-up incubators and venture capitalists. These include Y Combinator, Omidyar Network, Patamar Capital, Wavemaker Partners, and Kickstart Ventures.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For more tips on acing job interviews, follow Kalibrr on <\/span><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/Kalibrr\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Facebook,<\/span><\/i><\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/kalibrr\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instagram,<\/span><\/i><\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/company\/kalibrr-technology-ventures\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">LinkedIn,<\/span><\/i><\/a><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@kalibrr.ph?lang=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tiktok.<\/span><\/i><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Internship season is fast approaching, which means that students are again looking for possible companies that they can intern for. 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