When I applied for my previous internship, the job description had a big influence on my decision. Before that, I had spent the summer working outside at the same company, which involved more hands-on work. The experience I learned was valuable and I appreciate it, but I was looking to gain office skills and try something new that would benefit me in the future. The internship description mentioned tasks like daily record keeping, tracking animals, monitoring health and medications, helping with ration management and feed sales, assisting with inventory and reconciliation, supporting customer relationships, and even helping with budget planning. These tasks caught my interest because they offered a chance to learn more about the business side of the company.
Although I didn’t have direct experience in all those areas, I had worked for the company before and was familiar with how things were run. I even occasionally helped in the office, so I already understood some of the systems and responsibilities. That background made me feel more confident when applying, even though the job description was different from what I had done previously.
The biggest difference between the two roles was the setting; my first job was outdoors and physically demanding, while the internship was more office-based and focused on tracking and planning. However, there was overlap in terms of working with data and understanding how the feed yard operated. My previous experience gave me insight into the overall process, which helped me transition into the internship role more smoothly.
Overall, the job description played a key role in my decision to apply, and while there were differences, my experience helped me connect the dots and succeed in the new position.
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Hi Yazeli, it is interesting to learn about the opportunity your internship offered you. It is important to take on internships that offer you a wider variety of experience than you previously had, so it makes you a more productive employee in your future career. It can also enhance your learning, and put special emphasis on your schooling as well. Having experience in the field along with education will ensure you are a successful employee in the future.
I was wondering some things about the job description. Did you find that there were certain aspects of the internship that didn’t really align with what was said in the job description? For example, did it mention that you might be cross-training with outdoor workers, or was that something they trusted you with based on your previous experience with that company? Did you find yourself doing more of the duties that you previously did, or did the company really focus on teaching you the business and indoor side of the job?
Thank you for sharing your experience!
Hello!
Thank you for sharing your experience and honesty with job descriptions in your own life. With your previous internship, it is great that the job descriptions were different than your previous experience with the company because I believe it can be easy for companies to disregard clear differentiation between roles within the organization.