Internship Week is where our futures begin

Dayon Hokim Jr. | Contributing writer

FIU has just held Internship Week, a university-wide effort to connect students with the professional world while they’re still in school.

 For some students, it might feel like another career fair, but in reality, it’s much bigger than that. It’s an investment in our futures, giving Panthers the kind of exposure and hands-on preparation that makes the leap from college to career feel not just possible, but within reach.

Throughout the week, panels, workshops, and networking sessions give students the chance to practice the skills that actually matter once we leave the classroom. Talking to recruiters, handing over résumés, even learning how to introduce yourself without stumbling:, these are small moments that build into big opportunities

As a student currently in an internship, I see firsthand why this matters.

 Internships are like a preparation phase before graduation, testing grounds where you learn how to apply classroom lessons in real workplaces. I’ve been able to develop real-world skills, from meeting deadlines in a professional setting to communicating with people in the field, that go beyond what you learn in lectures. I feel more prepared to step into the workforce because I’ve already had a chance to apply myself in a real environment.

The most important aspect of Internship Week is it gives students confidence. Walking into a room full of recruiters and professionals can feel intimidating at first, but by the end, most students walk away feeling more capable than when they walked in. 

For students who might doubt whether they’re “ready” for the professional world, these interactions serve as proof that they can hold their own. That kind of confidence carries back into the classroom and eventually into the workplace. 

At the end of the day, Internship Week isn’t just a week on the calendar—it’s a reminder that FIU is investing in us now, not later. By giving us exposure, preparation, and the confidence to step into professional spaces, the university is doing more than teaching.

It’s opening doors.

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