Ways an Internship Can Help Your Future Career
If you’ve ever wondered why an internship is one of the best ways to start your career, wonder no more. Without a doubt, it’s a great opportunity to understand how a particular job is done — and if what you’re currently studying is truly your passion, it might soon turn into your profession. More than that, experiencing the subtleties and specifics of a role gives you a clearer picture of what to expect from that career path.
Here are several solid reasons why starting an internship this summer might be the best step you can take toward a smooth career start.
Let’s begin with the most obvious reason: gaining experience. As soon as you start applying for jobs, most companies will ask about your experience — and there’s a good reason for that. Theory and practice are two very different things. You might know how something works in theory, but have you ever actually done it?
The days when interns were treated like personal assistants — fetching coffee and booking meetings — are long gone. Today, interns are expected to contribute, solve problems, and work actively within teams. Having an internship on your resume gives you a head start as a job applicant.
While gaining that all-important experience, you’ll also meet people — in other words, networking. And not just any networking, but connecting with people in the very industry you’re aiming to build a career in. These professional relationships can be key in helping you find the right opportunity later.
Along with the experience, you’ll also develop important skills. Teamwork may sound easy — until you’re doing it. The same goes for most professional skills: you must practice them, and the earlier, the better.
Skill development goes hand in hand with learning how to adapt to corporate culture. As an intern, you’ll likely follow a full-time schedule, five days a week — a very different rhythm compared to school or university. Corporate culture has its own pace and expectations, and learning to navigate it early is a big plus.
Being an intern for the first time will expose you to new situations — and through those experiences, you’ll learn more about yourself. This kind of self-awareness is invaluable when choosing the right career path. For example, if you’re not comfortable talking to new people, sales might not seem like a great fit — or it could be the perfect way to overcome that fear. Only you can decide, but internships help you answer those questions earlier.
The same applies across industries. You might think you want to work in IT, but after interning at a financial company, you could change your mind completely. Internships give you a unique chance to explore different roles in different sectors and figure out what truly suits you. Getting a behind-the-scenes look helps you compare options before committing.
And here’s your chance to experience all the benefits of an internship — with us. GOPET TRANS has officially launched its internship program for 2025. If you’re ready to take a deep dive into the world of transportation and logistics, this is your sign to apply! Send us your application at cv@gopettrans.com
This year, we’re not only looking for interns in our Road and Sea Freight Forwarding divisions, but also for Invoicing interns — so you’ll have a variety of positions to choose from!