When looking for new graduates, companies often expect them not only to have solid professional knowledge, but also to be able to accumulate a series of valuable experiences during their time at university, which can provide them with a solid foundation for their future careers. Here are three kinds of college experiences I particularly want to see in new graduates:
Internship and Project Experience:
Internship experience is an important bridge between campus and the workplace. I expect new graduates to have at least one internship that is closely related to their major. Such experience not only helps them apply theoretical knowledge to practice, but also allows them to adapt to the workplace environment in advance, understand the rules of the industry, and develop the ability to solve practical problems. In addition, participating in projects inside and outside the school, especially those that require skills such as teamwork, project management, and innovative thinking, is also an important window to show the overall quality and ability of graduates. These experiences can prove that they have the ability to learn quickly, adapt to change and solve problems, which is favored by enterprises.
Leadership and teamwork:
During college, students have the opportunity to develop their leadership and teamwork skills by serving as a student organization leader, participating in club activities, or volunteering. I expect new graduates to demonstrate positive performance in these areas. Leadership is not only about directing others, but more importantly, it can stimulate the potential of the team and guide the team towards a common goal. The ability of teamwork is reflected in the ability to communicate effectively with others, coordinate resources, and solve problems together. These abilities are essential for graduates to take on more responsibility in their future jobs and drive their projects forward.
Cross-cultural communication and Global perspective:
With the in-depth development of globalization, talents with cross-cultural communication ability and global vision are more and more valued by enterprises. I expect new graduates to have at least one international exchange, study abroad or international project experience. These experiences can not only broaden their horizons, let them understand the cultural, economic and social conditions of different countries and regions, but also cultivate their cross-cultural communication skills, adaptability and innovative thinking. In a globalized business environment, such graduates will be more competitive and better able to cope with challenges such as transnational cooperation and international competition.
To sum up, internship and project experience, leadership and teamwork skills, and cross-cultural communication and global perspective are the three college experiences I particularly value when looking for new graduates. These experiences can not only prove the comprehensive quality and ability of graduates, but also lay a solid foundation for their future careers.
