Getting experience
Numerous avenues are available to acquire industry experience. Here are a few worthwhile options to explore:
Disclaimer: Complete details are listed on the actual sites and may also change. Review the complete information on each site for complete details.
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Internships
Many companies offer internships to students and recent graduates as a way to gain practical, hands-on experience in a particular field. Internships can be paid or unpaid and may be full-time or part-time.
"If you're pursuing a PhD and want to explore what it's like to work at Microsoft, look no further. We host PhD interns in both our product teams and in Microsoft Research (MSR). Our PhD interns are active, contributing members to our product and research community regardless if you are conducting cutting-edge research or engineering a new product. No matter what route you take—come work on meaningful, innovative projects that add to our company's success. "
"Every year, thousands of university students from every corner of the world join Microsoft. You bring your aspirations, talent, potential—and excitement for the journey ahead. Our internship experience brings interns from around the world together to connect, collaborate and co-create virtually to make a difference and impact the world."
"Imagine that you got to explore different roles in software development within your first two years of college. If you aspire to be a software developer and are currently majoring in a technical field—like Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering—apply for the Explore Microsoft program and find out."
"interns are a part of Google—involved and solving problems from the start. Business interns come from all backgrounds, bring their diverse talents to drive the business, grow our people, and put the user before all else. The internships below are not exhaustive, but provide a taste of what's available."
"Microsoft’s High School Discovery Program is open to rising first-year students of a bachelor’s degree program (graduating high school seniors) that live within 50 miles of Redmond, Washington and who have an interest in technology. Students must be at least 16 years old and have a legal right to work in the U.S. for the duration of the program. Applicants will be paid and should be available to work full-time for 4 consecutive weeks (July 10 - August 4, 2023)."
"interns are a part of Google—involved and solving problems from the start. As a technical intern, you are excited about tackling the hard problems in technology. With internships across the globe, ranging from Software Engineering to User Experience, we offer many opportunities to grow with us. The internships below are not exhaustive, but provide a taste of what's available."
Volunteering
Volunteer work can be a good way to gain experience in a particular field and make connections with professionals in the industry.
Projects / Hackathons
Starting your own project or joining a Hackathon provide an opportunity to work on a project that you are passionate about, collaborate with other developers, and receive feedback from experienced mentors. This can help both future developers and Product Managers.
Hackathons can also be a great way to build your network and make connections with other developers and industry professionals. You may even get the opportunity to showcase your work to potential employers or investors.
Participating in hackathons can also help you develop important soft skills such as time management, teamwork, and problem-solving. These skills can be valuable in any career and are highly sought after by employers.
We listed some places you may be able to find a hackathon to join.
"Major League Hacking (MLH) is the official student hackathon league. Each year, we power over 300 weekend-long invention competitions that inspire innovation, cultivate communities and teach computer science skills to more than 500,000 developers around the world. MLH is an engaged and passionate maker community, consisting of the next generation of technology leaders and entrepreneurs."