I interned with the Learning and Development Group at Capgemini. My project was on co-creating a model on determining ROI for learning intervention and socialising the same in ongoing Learning Journeys. One thing that I would like to highlight upon is the quality of the projects that were given to all the interns. These projects were identified by the business having an indefinite value and business impact. My project was extremely challenging. I started conducting focused interviews with various stakeholders related to the project. This helped me in understanding the business offerings and how I can contribute to over and above my project. With the insights received, I created a straw man framework of my model and kept on augmenting it after regular discussions with the same stakeholders to achieve the final goal.
My project mentor and buddy took keen interest in my project. They were not too directive and there was no hand-holding when it came to my project, but they gave their insights and views and that helped in building a perspective about how things were different between theory and application. My mentor encouraged me to think outside of conventional techniques and frameworks and develop something new. Having said all this, my internship was not just about work – we used to have a lot of fun too! The close bond developed among the fellow interns made it a memorable journey.
My advice to the future interns will be:
- Think out of the box. Challenge the status quo. As clichéd this may sound, trust me it is achievable. Talk to people and deliberate on your problem statement. You never know when a brilliant idea strikes you.
- Build relationships- within the interns’ community, the team you work with and with other people in the organisation.
- Do not start your internship with any pre-conceived notions. Go with an open mind.
- Ask, ask and ask questions. This is a learning experience for you. Do not fear being judged.
- Be optimistic and smile! The world does not end here.
Good luck!
Chat
Comments
Pranav Mahajan
Lovely and Inspiring Article!
6 Jul 2018, 09.49 PM
Purnima Malhotra
Wonderful!
6 Jul 2018, 09.54 PM
Aditya Iyer
Totally echoes my personal experiences related to learning and joyful moments during the two months. A delightful phase, indeed! Nicely written! More power to you, Ms. Anisha! :-)
6 Jul 2018, 10.08 PM
prateek goel
Very inspiring article !!
7 Jul 2018, 07.06 PM
Manish Jaikishan Rohera
Great work, keep continuing with the learning spirit.
8 Jul 2018, 06.03 PM
Sanya Arora
Encouraging !
8 Jul 2018, 06.29 PM
Amit Kumar Shaw
To learn at every stage of my life and to know every minute details regarding my arena. I want to perform well in which ever field of life i venture into.
Motivating. :D
8 Jul 2018, 06.35 PM
Rachna Mehta
Retired as DGM--, NVVN
Truly said
8 Jul 2018, 06.39 PM
Surabhi Sethi
Keep inspiring :)
8 Jul 2018, 06.42 PM
Tanya Saini
Honest and Motivating!!!
8 Jul 2018, 06.43 PM
Arun Mehta
Nice and motivating article.
8 Jul 2018, 06.58 PM
Sonal Shikha
Hey! I am Sonal a creative girl with innovative mind, helping heart and fearless attitude. Independence is my most favorite attire and peace is my abode.
Inspiring!
8 Jul 2018, 07.01 PM
Divvay Mehta
Wonderful!
8 Jul 2018, 07.04 PM
Sanjana Paul
Informative and encouraging!
8 Jul 2018, 07.56 PM
sanjeev sah
IIM Ranchi ll Worked as Engineer with Design and Optimization Tools at Ericsson
Keep asking questions! Thanks, for that.
8 Jul 2018, 08.00 PM
TAHIRA FIRDOS
Tahira studies MBA-HR from IIM Ranchi. She is the Vice President of IIM Ranchi Toastmasters club. She aspires to start a stray animal shelter of her own one day.
Insightful :)
8 Jul 2018, 08.05 PM
Neenu Dhattarwal
Truly motivating :)
8 Jul 2018, 08.11 PM
pranav batra
Truly motivating and inspiring for the future interns. It also did help gain an insight on the process and what all to keep in mind when start your summers.
8 Jul 2018, 08.43 PM
Priya Vashist
Helpful and inspiring!
15 Jul 2018, 01.40 AM
Poorva Patil
Very well written. It really helped me.
15 Jul 2018, 01.57 AM