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I will be starting my first internship (and office job) soon and I need some guidance.
I was given a coding task before the interview (I correctly completed it), however I still lack confidence in my programming skills.
Is there any guidance you can give me? The company is fairly small (less than ten), and I don't want to let anyone down. The role is a developer role.
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Ways of Making a good impression in the new job
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Is it acceptable to slack off and how can I get more work to do?
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I will be starting my first internship (and office job) soon and I need some guidance.
I was given a coding task before the interview (I correctly completed it), however I still lack confidence in my programming skills.
Is there any guidance you can give me? The company is fairly small (less than ten), and I don't want to let anyone down. The role is a developer role.
software-industry internship
edited Jul 28 '14 at 20:52
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asked Jul 28 '14 at 20:22
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marked as duplicate by Garrison Neely, gnat, Jan Doggen, jcmeloni, Michael Grubey Aug 4 '14 at 12:44
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Ways of Making a good impression in the new job
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Is it acceptable to slack off and how can I get more work to do?
7 answers
I will be starting my first internship (and office job) soon and I need some guidance.
I was given a coding task before the interview (I correctly completed it), however I still lack confidence in my programming skills.
Is there any guidance you can give me? The company is fairly small (less than ten), and I don't want to let anyone down. The role is a developer role.
software-industry internship
edited Jul 28 '14 at 20:52
Elysian Fields♦
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asked Jul 28 '14 at 20:22
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This question already has an answer here:
Ways of Making a good impression in the new job
5 answers
Is it acceptable to slack off and how can I get more work to do?
7 answers
I will be starting my first internship (and office job) soon and I need some guidance.
I was given a coding task before the interview (I correctly completed it), however I still lack confidence in my programming skills.
Is there any guidance you can give me? The company is fairly small (less than ten), and I don't want to let anyone down. The role is a developer role.
This question already has an answer here:
Ways of Making a good impression in the new job
5 answers
Is it acceptable to slack off and how can I get more work to do?
7 answers
software-industry internship
edited Jul 28 '14 at 20:52
Elysian Fields♦
96.9k46292449
asked Jul 28 '14 at 20:22
Adz
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edited Jul 28 '14 at 20:52
Elysian Fields♦
96.9k46292449
edited Jul 28 '14 at 20:52
Elysian Fields♦
96.9k46292449
edited Jul 28 '14 at 20:52
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asked Jul 28 '14 at 20:22
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asked Jul 28 '14 at 20:22
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asked Jul 28 '14 at 20:22
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marked as duplicate by Garrison Neely, gnat, Jan Doggen, jcmeloni, Michael Grubey Aug 4 '14 at 12:44
This question has been asked before and already has an answer. If those answers do not fully address your question, please ask a new question.
marked as duplicate by Garrison Neely, gnat, Jan Doggen, jcmeloni, Michael Grubey Aug 4 '14 at 12:44
This question has been asked before and already has an answer. If those answers do not fully address your question, please ask a new question.
Very related question from the opposite perspective
– Elysian Fields♦
Jul 28 '14 at 20:25
1
Another very related question
– Elysian Fields♦
Jul 28 '14 at 20:28
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Very related question from the opposite perspective
– Elysian Fields♦
Jul 28 '14 at 20:25
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Another very related question
– Elysian Fields♦
Jul 28 '14 at 20:28
Very related question from the opposite perspective
– Elysian Fields♦
Jul 28 '14 at 20:25
Very related question from the opposite perspective
– Elysian Fields♦
Jul 28 '14 at 20:25
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You have a great opportunity to learn a ton in this situation. That's the first bit of advice I have. Realize you have a great opportunity to learn and do so.
Some more specific items:
Ask questions. Don't be afraid of this. Seriously. Don't be a help vampire but ask questions. Asking thoughtout and meaningful questions is almost never going to cause you problems.
Learn. There is so much you can learn in your first few experiences in the "real world."- Do you like the company culture? Does a small company work?
- Do you like the team environment? Want a larger team? Smaller?
- Do you like the work
Everyone feels uncomfortable starting a new job. It's natural to feel out of your comfort zone when starting a new job - whether an internship or full-time.
Make sure to understand your responsibilities. Most often responsibilities are nebulous at best. Small company + intern is a combination which will mean you probably have very vague responsibilities.
Setup a regular 1/1 with your boss. You are new to the working world. Having a steady dialog with your is a great place to setup a feedback opportunity. Most interns come from school environments where for 10+ years they get constant feedback. Almost always the working world is a shock from this perspective. Have a 1/1 so you can get more regular feedback. This will help with your confidence.- "Hey Boss, can we have a regular, weekly meeting? I'd like the chance to discuss progress/roadblocks on a more regular basis throughout my internship" should be perfect
Volunteer to take on responsibility. It's likely your boss will give you insufficient work (or far too much, in which case see the above). Look for ways you can take on work to minimize the work your boss has to do to manage you. Make his/her life easy.
Have fun - and say if you aren't. Most managers want you to enjoy your job and succeed. If you hate something, don't just suffer - talk to your manager! This is a huge problem with most interns who hate their jobs. They assume they are supposed to suffer and do so quietly.
Last, you might want to read this answer, this one, and this one. All contain very relevant and related content
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answered Jul 28 '14 at 20:49
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Great! Thanks for the advice.
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Jul 28 '14 at 21:51
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1 Answer
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active
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down vote
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You have a great opportunity to learn a ton in this situation. That's the first bit of advice I have. Realize you have a great opportunity to learn and do so.
Some more specific items:
Ask questions. Don't be afraid of this. Seriously. Don't be a help vampire but ask questions. Asking thoughtout and meaningful questions is almost never going to cause you problems.
Learn. There is so much you can learn in your first few experiences in the "real world."- Do you like the company culture? Does a small company work?
- Do you like the team environment? Want a larger team? Smaller?
- Do you like the work
Everyone feels uncomfortable starting a new job. It's natural to feel out of your comfort zone when starting a new job - whether an internship or full-time.
Make sure to understand your responsibilities. Most often responsibilities are nebulous at best. Small company + intern is a combination which will mean you probably have very vague responsibilities.
Setup a regular 1/1 with your boss. You are new to the working world. Having a steady dialog with your is a great place to setup a feedback opportunity. Most interns come from school environments where for 10+ years they get constant feedback. Almost always the working world is a shock from this perspective. Have a 1/1 so you can get more regular feedback. This will help with your confidence.- "Hey Boss, can we have a regular, weekly meeting? I'd like the chance to discuss progress/roadblocks on a more regular basis throughout my internship" should be perfect
Volunteer to take on responsibility. It's likely your boss will give you insufficient work (or far too much, in which case see the above). Look for ways you can take on work to minimize the work your boss has to do to manage you. Make his/her life easy.
Have fun - and say if you aren't. Most managers want you to enjoy your job and succeed. If you hate something, don't just suffer - talk to your manager! This is a huge problem with most interns who hate their jobs. They assume they are supposed to suffer and do so quietly.
Last, you might want to read this answer, this one, and this one. All contain very relevant and related content
edited Apr 13 '17 at 12:48
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answered Jul 28 '14 at 20:49
Elysian Fields♦
96.9k46292449
Great! Thanks for the advice.
– Adz
Jul 28 '14 at 21:51
suggest improvements |Â
up vote
9
down vote
accepted
You have a great opportunity to learn a ton in this situation. That's the first bit of advice I have. Realize you have a great opportunity to learn and do so.
Some more specific items:
Ask questions. Don't be afraid of this. Seriously. Don't be a help vampire but ask questions. Asking thoughtout and meaningful questions is almost never going to cause you problems.
Learn. There is so much you can learn in your first few experiences in the "real world."- Do you like the company culture? Does a small company work?
- Do you like the team environment? Want a larger team? Smaller?
- Do you like the work
Everyone feels uncomfortable starting a new job. It's natural to feel out of your comfort zone when starting a new job - whether an internship or full-time.
Make sure to understand your responsibilities. Most often responsibilities are nebulous at best. Small company + intern is a combination which will mean you probably have very vague responsibilities.
Setup a regular 1/1 with your boss. You are new to the working world. Having a steady dialog with your is a great place to setup a feedback opportunity. Most interns come from school environments where for 10+ years they get constant feedback. Almost always the working world is a shock from this perspective. Have a 1/1 so you can get more regular feedback. This will help with your confidence.- "Hey Boss, can we have a regular, weekly meeting? I'd like the chance to discuss progress/roadblocks on a more regular basis throughout my internship" should be perfect
Volunteer to take on responsibility. It's likely your boss will give you insufficient work (or far too much, in which case see the above). Look for ways you can take on work to minimize the work your boss has to do to manage you. Make his/her life easy.
Have fun - and say if you aren't. Most managers want you to enjoy your job and succeed. If you hate something, don't just suffer - talk to your manager! This is a huge problem with most interns who hate their jobs. They assume they are supposed to suffer and do so quietly.
Last, you might want to read this answer, this one, and this one. All contain very relevant and related content
edited Apr 13 '17 at 12:48
Community♦
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answered Jul 28 '14 at 20:49
Elysian Fields♦
96.9k46292449
Great! Thanks for the advice.
– Adz
Jul 28 '14 at 21:51
suggest improvements |Â
up vote
9
down vote
accepted
up vote
9
down vote
accepted
You have a great opportunity to learn a ton in this situation. That's the first bit of advice I have. Realize you have a great opportunity to learn and do so.
Some more specific items:
Ask questions. Don't be afraid of this. Seriously. Don't be a help vampire but ask questions. Asking thoughtout and meaningful questions is almost never going to cause you problems.
Learn. There is so much you can learn in your first few experiences in the "real world."- Do you like the company culture? Does a small company work?
- Do you like the team environment? Want a larger team? Smaller?
- Do you like the work
Everyone feels uncomfortable starting a new job. It's natural to feel out of your comfort zone when starting a new job - whether an internship or full-time.
Make sure to understand your responsibilities. Most often responsibilities are nebulous at best. Small company + intern is a combination which will mean you probably have very vague responsibilities.
Setup a regular 1/1 with your boss. You are new to the working world. Having a steady dialog with your is a great place to setup a feedback opportunity. Most interns come from school environments where for 10+ years they get constant feedback. Almost always the working world is a shock from this perspective. Have a 1/1 so you can get more regular feedback. This will help with your confidence.- "Hey Boss, can we have a regular, weekly meeting? I'd like the chance to discuss progress/roadblocks on a more regular basis throughout my internship" should be perfect
Volunteer to take on responsibility. It's likely your boss will give you insufficient work (or far too much, in which case see the above). Look for ways you can take on work to minimize the work your boss has to do to manage you. Make his/her life easy.
Have fun - and say if you aren't. Most managers want you to enjoy your job and succeed. If you hate something, don't just suffer - talk to your manager! This is a huge problem with most interns who hate their jobs. They assume they are supposed to suffer and do so quietly.
Last, you might want to read this answer, this one, and this one. All contain very relevant and related content
edited Apr 13 '17 at 12:48
Community♦
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answered Jul 28 '14 at 20:49
Elysian Fields♦
96.9k46292449
You have a great opportunity to learn a ton in this situation. That's the first bit of advice I have. Realize you have a great opportunity to learn and do so.
Some more specific items:
Ask questions. Don't be afraid of this. Seriously. Don't be a help vampire but ask questions. Asking thoughtout and meaningful questions is almost never going to cause you problems.
Learn. There is so much you can learn in your first few experiences in the "real world."- Do you like the company culture? Does a small company work?
- Do you like the team environment? Want a larger team? Smaller?
- Do you like the work
Everyone feels uncomfortable starting a new job. It's natural to feel out of your comfort zone when starting a new job - whether an internship or full-time.
Make sure to understand your responsibilities. Most often responsibilities are nebulous at best. Small company + intern is a combination which will mean you probably have very vague responsibilities.
Setup a regular 1/1 with your boss. You are new to the working world. Having a steady dialog with your is a great place to setup a feedback opportunity. Most interns come from school environments where for 10+ years they get constant feedback. Almost always the working world is a shock from this perspective. Have a 1/1 so you can get more regular feedback. This will help with your confidence.- "Hey Boss, can we have a regular, weekly meeting? I'd like the chance to discuss progress/roadblocks on a more regular basis throughout my internship" should be perfect
Volunteer to take on responsibility. It's likely your boss will give you insufficient work (or far too much, in which case see the above). Look for ways you can take on work to minimize the work your boss has to do to manage you. Make his/her life easy.
Have fun - and say if you aren't. Most managers want you to enjoy your job and succeed. If you hate something, don't just suffer - talk to your manager! This is a huge problem with most interns who hate their jobs. They assume they are supposed to suffer and do so quietly.
Last, you might want to read this answer, this one, and this one. All contain very relevant and related content
edited Apr 13 '17 at 12:48
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answered Jul 28 '14 at 20:49
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96.9k46292449
edited Apr 13 '17 at 12:48
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edited Apr 13 '17 at 12:48
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edited Apr 13 '17 at 12:48
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answered Jul 28 '14 at 20:49
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answered Jul 28 '14 at 20:49
Elysian Fields♦
96.9k46292449
answered Jul 28 '14 at 20:49
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Great! Thanks for the advice.
– Adz
Jul 28 '14 at 21:51
suggest improvements |Â
Great! Thanks for the advice.
– Adz
Jul 28 '14 at 21:51
Great! Thanks for the advice.
– Adz
Jul 28 '14 at 21:51
Great! Thanks for the advice.
– Adz
Jul 28 '14 at 21:51
suggest improvements |Â
Very related question from the opposite perspective
– Elysian Fields♦
Jul 28 '14 at 20:25
1
Another very related question
– Elysian Fields♦
Jul 28 '14 at 20:28