How to Stand Out and Land an Internship @ Microsoft | Career Hack 14

Career Hack

In this Student Intern Special episode of Career Hack, Brandon Amoroso sits down with Grace Kolawole, a senior at Houston Tillotson University, to discuss her journey landing coveted internships at top companies like Microsoft. Grace shares actionable strategies on networking, preparing for interviews, and making the most of internship experiences to kickstart a successful career. Whether you're a student seeking your first internship or looking to transition into a new field, this episode has essential insights you won't want to miss.

Here's What You'll Learn:

✨ How Grace landed internships at top companies like Microsoft

🤝 The importance of networking and building connections

📝 Preparing for interviews: What you should do before applying

🔍 How to evaluate and select the right internship opportunities

🌟 Effective ways to stand out and make a lasting impression during your internship

📈 Strategies to navigate internship programs and secure return offers

❓ Why it's crucial to have questions prepared for your interviewers

🎓 The role of academic achievements vs. extracurriculars in landing internships

Timestamps:

📣 Introduction to Grace Kolawole and her background (00:00:36)

🧑‍💻 Landing Prestigious Internships: Grace’s journey and approach (00:01:17)

🔍 Networking Tips: Reaching out to recruiters and leveraging LinkedIn (00:02:06)

🎓 Balancing School and Internships: Grace’s strategy for success (00:03:30)

🎯 Preparing for Internship Interviews: Grace’s preparation hacks (00:06:46)

❓ Asking the Right Questions During Interviews: What recruiters want to see (00:08:08)

🤝 Building Personal Connections with Recruiters: The benefits (00:08:55)

📅 Internship Programs: Transitioning from internships to full-time roles (00:10:31)

💼 Structured Intern Programs: What to look for and how to spot red flags (00:11:40)

🔧 Making the Most of Your Internship: Asking for more work and building skills (00:12:53)

💡 Networking for Career Growth: Why it’s key to success (00:15:30)

🔗 How to Connect with Grace for Advice and Support (00:17:00)

Get in touch with Grace Kolawole

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/grace-kolawole-70a54421a/

Get in touch with Brandon Amoroso:

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