Students can explore internships through job sites like LinkedIn, their school bulletin or by guidance counsellor.

An intern can stand out by simply showing curiosity, taking initiative, being punctual, having good communications skills, showing professionalism and eagerness to do things.

Yes, the work depends upon the internship. Usually the tasks are simple, straightforward and easy to understand, the goal is to learn by doing and through mistakes.

Internships can help you gain knowledge of the industry in which you are interning. They can help you figure out what you do or don't want to pursue in the future; they also help you to get real-world exposure. It will help strengthen your college application or resume.

Absolutely yes, internships are meant for growth and development so prior experiences are not required.

Internships focus on real-world experience and growth, part-time jobs focus on the pay, while volunteering concentrates on giving back to the community.

Skills learnt in internships like time management and communication (as they are transferrable skills) in real world scenarios and build on it. Test them out in small ways, like conversations and interviews, and build on what you learn.

Internships show that you can take initiative, work in high-pressure situations and deliver satisfactory work. They also lead to open doors in networking and future opportunities.

Teen interns develop skills like time management, teamwork, professionalism and punctuality as well as soft skills which are useful in the real world.

Be honest and respectful. Let your supervisor know about your availability or if you are feeling overwhelmed, most companies will appreciate the communication.

After the internships, interns can stay in touch with their industry mentors and peers, which they can use to network and explore future opportunities.

Research the role and the company you are working for, and be ready to talk about your interests and what you want to learn from your role. Practising common questions like “why do you want this role” also helps build confidence.

Find out why you don't enjoy the internship, is it because of the role or the workload? Then you can talk to your mentor or supervisor about making changes.

AInternships are the best place to make mistakes; they are the best way to learn. Employers and supervisors help you understand why the mistakes are made.

It is alright to ask when you don't know or understand something, ask with confidence and curiosity. Say what you know and ask for clarification to show that you have tried to understand.

The first step after you have finished your internship is to thank your internship mentors and peers and stay in contact with them. Also, keep in mind the skills learnt in your internship and apply them. Exploring more internships which are of your interest would also be beneficial, since you can gain more experience - one internship isn’t enough!