How can you increase your chances of being hired?

An internship is an excellent way to gain practical work experience during or after the completion of your university, or anyone considering a career change to obtain valuable work experience.

What if you can come to the UK for your internship and gain international work experience at some of the world’s top firms? Imagine the edge and potential benefit you’ll have when you go back to your country and look for a job. You’ll be miles ahead of your competitors for sure.

The benefits of Internship also include

The benefits of internships can include:
♦ payment, by law the National Minimum Wage is the least you should expect
♦ subsidised travel or lunches
♦ attendance at in-company training courses
♦ a supervisor who might be able to act as a referee for you in future job applications.

According to the ISE Development Survey 2019, the importance of work experience is highlighted by the fact that 87% of respondents agreed that students who had completed an internship or placement had better skills than those who did not have this experience.

Potential job offers

It's true that internships give both you and the employer a chance to 'try before you buy' but not all opportunities lead to a job. While some interns embark upon a placement to build their experience, some do so in the hope of securing a more permanent position. If this is your intention you should check the likelihood of this happening with potential employers before applying.

The ISE Annual Recruitment Survey 2018 found that employers rehired an average of 52% of their interns and 43% of their summer placement students.

To increase your chances of a job offer there are a number of things you can do on your internship to stand out:

♦Make a good impression - Always be polite, smartly dressed and willing to take on any tasks. Never be idle. If you complete a task ahead of time then ask for something else to do.
♦Be enthusiastic - Interns don't usually receive the most exciting jobs but no matter what you're asked to do show enthusiasm for your work. Demonstrating that you can handle small, tedious, repetitive tasks with a positive attitude may inspire your employer to entrust you with bigger projects. Showing an interest in the work that the company does will also leave a good impression.
♦Develop a rapport with coworkers - Teamwork is important in the majority of roles so showing your employer that you get along and fit in with your work mates may pay dividends.
♦Show appreciation - Once you've completed your internship send a letter or email of thanks to your supervisor. Thank them for giving you the opportunity and mention elements of the internship that you particularly enjoyed. Wish them luck with future projects and ask them to consider you for any future vacancies.

Skill Vision International can help you to come to the UK for internship / work placement and unleash your potential. These internships are generally from 1 month – 12-month duration where you work at a UK based company that specializes in your field of expertise, thus maximising the learning opportunities for you.