{"id":128,"date":"2021-07-28T11:16:00","date_gmt":"2021-07-28T11:16:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fluxtech.me\/blog\/?p=128"},"modified":"2021-12-10T12:02:49","modified_gmt":"2021-12-10T12:02:49","slug":"internships-done-right-how-to-host-a-successful-intern-program-that-leaves-you-qualified-candidates-good-vibes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fluxtech.me\/blog\/internships-done-right-how-to-host-a-successful-intern-program-that-leaves-you-qualified-candidates-good-vibes\/","title":{"rendered":"IT Internships Done Right \u2014 Ultimate Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Each year, the number of companies hosting internships continues to grow. The reason for this trend is simple. Internships provide a lot of benefits to both employer and prospective employee, i.e. interns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

First of all, it gives you the opportunity to find future employees & try out new talent. Studies show that interns are almost 30% more likely to still be at your company than are other full-time hires.<\/strong> What’s more, interns often bring passion, motivation, and positive vibes. This work ethic and a splash of energy have an effect on the whole crew, improving the general company culture. Finally, internships create a better-prepared workforce in your community. Even if you don\u2019t hire the people who interned for you, they still leave your firm with valuable experience and skills gained.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

At Flux Technologies, we\u2019re strong believers in hosting internship programs and have organized several throughout the history of the company. This article tracks Flux\u2019s latest QA Internship and gives you insightful tips on how to construct your program with lessons learned, takeaways, and benefits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Flux\u2019s Latest Case: Summer QA Internships<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Over the past two months, Flux organized an internship where selected candidates trained in QA tasks, mentality, and testing psychology. The call for interns received many applicants and after a rigorous selection process, eventually, 6 participated in the program. The internship was part-time, two months long, and further broken down into modules of two weeks for a total of 4 modules.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The goals of the program were for Flux to gain experience specifically in leading QA internships, find new talents, and help motivated individuals to earn valuable knowledge and experience and realize their professional goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In order to achieve all these aims, we began by listing those factors that contribute to productive internships. Below is our roadmap to success. Keep these points in mind the next time your company welcomes a new batch of interns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Develop a Successful Internships<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Lifehack: If you\u2019re thinking of becoming an intern yourself, this is a perfect guide on the inner workings of how company\u2019s think.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. Internship Selection Process<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

To ensure you get the best interns for the job try to use or adapt the same HR processes<\/strong><\/a> you would use for your full-time employees. Your hiring practices should help you find the most qualified interns: those with knowledge, skill, and interests that match the positions you\u2019re hiring for. Tests, trial tasks, and well-thought-out interviews will help you evaluate your candidates\u2019 skills and highlight areas where they can grow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once Flux announced the open call for QA interns, we received over 1000 applicants<\/strong> who took an online preliminary screening test. The test had three sections: logical and analytical questions; detail-oriented tasks; and QA fundamentals entry-level questions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

From here, 80 people <\/strong>moved on to the next phase, which involved coming to Flux\u2019s office to take a second more in-depth test.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

At the third stage, those who scored the highest points participated in an interview. A total of 20 people <\/strong>interviewed at the company<\/a>. Head of HR Ani Rshtuni mentioned, \u201cDuring our conversation with applicants we were looking for a combination of several qualities:<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n