Are you ready for a summer that goes far beyond beaches and parties?
If so, a summer internship might be your gateway to an adventure that will transform your holidays into an unforgettable and enriching experience. During these sunny and warm months, don’t just enjoy your free time – dare to grow, learn, and make a difference. Discover six reasons to trade your plane ticket for an internship that could very well be the trip of your dreams:
- Global scale diversity: An internship allows you to work side by side with professionals from different fields and interact with colleagues from diverse cultures, academic backgrounds, experiences, and countries. This diversity provides a very rich perspective and helps expand your horizons, preparing you for an increasingly global and interconnected world – one that will demand empathy, adaptability, and the ability to develop a broader and more inclusive vision.
- Meaningful impact: You will be part of projects and solutions in various areas of knowledge and business that are at the forefront of innovation and make a difference in the world. Imagine helping to create efficient management systems for hospitals, developing applications that promote environmental sustainability, or designing AI-assisted platforms that improve decision-making in companies. You will have the opportunity to leave your mark and create a positive impact for clients from various parts of the world.
- Networking and personal development: For many, an internship is the first professional experience outside of academics. It allows you to expand your network, knowledge, and skills. You will interact with experienced professionals, learn from their ways of working, and establish contacts that can boost your career in the future. Additionally, you will develop interpersonal and technical skills (time management, negotiation, public speaking, conflict resolution…) that will make you a more complete and versatile professional in any role.
- Experience in a leading company: By choosing a market-leading company for your internship, you will have the opportunity to work in a pioneering organization in its sector. This experience will give you privileged access to the trends and innovations shaping the future of that industry. Furthermore, working with highly qualified professionals provides you with a continuous learning environment and encourages you to achieve excellence throughout your career.
- Remuneration and appreciation: While the internship period is crucial for putting into practice all the theories acquired during academic training and learning from more experienced professionals, don’t forget that your work should be duly rewarded. Opt for internship opportunities that value your contribution to the company, including remuneration/scholarships, development programs and mentoring, among other benefits.
- Unforgettable Summer: Last but not least, an internship gives you the chance to spend an unforgettable summer in one of the most vibrant cities in the world (I’m thinking of Lisbon, but there are many other beautiful cities worldwide). Specifically, in the Portuguese capital, you have a mild climate, a rich history, delicious cuisine, and stunning landscapes that combine with people you will love to meet in your new job as an intern. The perfect setting for an experience that will be etched in your memory forever!
A summer internship is not just a line on your resume. It’s an experience that can shape your future. So choose wisely… and make the most of it!
*This article was originally published in Mais Superior
