Introduction 

Internships are a great option to have work experience in your related field and to make connections with the people and professionals in your specific field. When doing an internship many interns don’t know that they can make their internship into a full time job opportunity. Internship is like a stepping stone to a full time job. If someone has completed their internship or is currently doing it then they can do several things to increase their chances of turning their internship into a full time professional job. This article will guide and explain in detail the key steps on how an individual can successfully turn their internship into a full time employee job.

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1.Understanding the company and its needs

It is important to understand the company and its needs before an individual starts working as a full time employee in the specific field. Internship is a valuable time in which an intern can learn about the company’s goal values and challenges it faces. By learning about the company the individual can contribute according to their skills to the most of the company and helps to solve the self problem of the company.

Interns can ask questions to the company and can take notes about the areas where they can think that they will perform well and can make a difference. If someone understands the values and strength of the company then they can use their efforts in the right way which can show the company that the employer is invested in the company’s success and working towards achieving the goal.

2. Working Hard and by being active 

One of the key ways for interns to stand out among other people is by showing how serious they are towards their work. It is necessary for interns to complete their task on time and with all the necessary details and attention. If it is possible for interns, they can take extra work responsibilities to stand out among others and they can do it by offering help to others in which others are struggling.

Being active shows that they don’t always wait to be told that they have to do something. It shows employees value towards their work. Employees can take initiative to fix something and help others if they notice that something needs more attention in detail. Employees who are active in their task are seen as problem solvers and they are the most valuable assets to the company and it’s a great way to stand out among others.

3. Building relationship with professionals in their field 

If someone wants to turn their internship into a full time job then networking is a key way to do it. Individuals can try to build strong relationships with the professional colleague managers and other key people in the company. These good relationships with the key people in the company helps to increase the chances of an employee to a full time position after their internship.

They can also attend events related to their company and ask for feedback to show that they are generally interested in the company’s work. Also if there is someone specific a person likes to work with then it is important to show your liking to the person and ask them for the opportunities in the future. Networking also enhances the chances to be remembered to others and others can approach you when job openings come up.

4. Seeking feedback and improving 

Feedback is necessary for individuals’ personal and professional development. During the internship time it is important to ask feedback from your colleagues and manager regularly to increase your performance. Make sure to not to be afraid while asking for feedback and knowing where you can. It shows how you are serious about your learning and growing in the industry.

The next step is two actively acting on the feedback you received. If someone makes improvements based on the feedback they will save then it is not only helpful for themselves but also for the jobs. It will also show others that the person is serious and learns from their mistakes which is a quality that every employer seeks and values.

5. Expressing the interest in full-time job position 

It is one of the most direct ways in order to turn your internship into a full time job position. By expressing your interest in the company and in your field can make it seem like you are enjoying working at the company and will love to continue your work. Interns can show their interest in the position before ending their internship.

If someone enjoys working in the company and feels like they are the perfect fit for this role then they can ask their supervisor or manager to let them continue their work after the internship ends. Also tell them why you are the perfect fit for this job and why you would like to join the company full time and how you can benefit from it. Individuals can highlight their skills and experience that they have gained during the internship.  Also tell your company how your skills and experience can help the company in its need.

6. Make sure to follow up after internship ends

If someone’s internship is ending and no full time offer has been made to them yet then they can ask their manager or HR department to continue their interest in working full time after the internship. It is also important to be patient while waiting for the position for a company to approach you for a full time role. During the internship time it is important to ask feedback from your colleagues and manager regularly to increase your performance.

Make sure to not to be afraid while asking for feedback and knowing where you can. It shows how you are serious about your learning and growing in the industry. The next step is two actively acting on the feedback you received. If someone makes improvements based on the feedback they will save then it is not only helpful for themselves but also for the jobs.

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Conclusion 

When doing an internship many interns don’t know that they can make their internship into a full time job opportunity. Internship is like a stepping stone to a full time job. If someone has completed their internship or is currently doing it then they can do several things to increase their chances of turning their internship into a full time professional job. Internship is a valuable time in which an intern can learn about the company’s goal values and challenges it faces. By learning about the company the individual can contribute according to their skills to the most of the company and helps to solve the self problem of the company.

Interns can ask questions to the company and can take notes about the areas where they can think that they will perform well and can make a difference. These good relationships with the key people in the company helps to increase the chances of an employee to a full time position after their internship. They can also attend events related to their company and ask for feedback to show that they are generally interested in the company’s work.

During the internship time it is important to ask feedback from your colleagues and manager regularly to increase your performance. Make sure to not to be afraid while asking for feedback and knowing where you can. It shows how you are serious about your learning and growing in the industry.

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