SDE @CSG International || Ex @Great Learning, Material Depot (YC W22), Kroto (Backed by 100x.vc) || GDSC Lead 22'
🌟 Reflecting on My 6-Month Internship Journey at YC-funded startup Material Depot 🌟 I did a 6-month internship at Material Depot, a Y Combinator funded startup, during my second year of college(2022). As a Full-Stack Web Developer, I had the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies like ReactJS, Material-UI, AntD, and Node.js. 🚀 What Made This Experience Unique? 𝗙𝗮𝘀𝘁-𝗣𝗮𝗰𝗲𝗱 𝗘𝗻𝘃𝗶𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: Working in a startup environment is like being on a roller coaster—exciting and challenging! I learned to adapt quickly, make decisions on the fly, and deliver quality work under tight deadlines. 𝗛𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘀-𝗢𝗻 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲: Spending two months at the office in Bangalore gave me a taste of real-world work culture. Collaborating with a talented team, I gained insights into industry practices and improved my problem-solving skills. 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝘂𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴: The internship pushed me out of my comfort zone, and I absorbed a wealth of knowledge—whether it was mastering new tools or understanding the dynamics of team collaboration. 💡 My Advice for Aspiring Interns: 𝗕𝗲 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲: Seek out opportunities that challenge you. The more you push yourself, the more you'll grow. 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝘂𝗼𝘂𝘀𝗹𝘆: Stay curious and keep learning new skills. In tech, the landscape changes fast, and keeping up is key. 𝗡𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 & 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗲: Build connections with your colleagues. Good communication can open doors and lead to unexpected opportunities. 𝗘𝗺𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗲𝘀: Every challenge is an opportunity to learn. Don’t shy away from difficult tasks—they often lead to the most growth. I'm incredibly grateful for this experience and learned a lot of things. If you're considering an internship, go for it! The learning and growth are truly worth it. Specially if you are in second/third year of college you can give a try to intern in a good startup, the learning curve is great and building products give you confidence. #Internship #FullStackDevelopment #Startups #Learning #CareerGrowth #TechJourney
Thanks for sharing Raj Gautam
Awesome work Congratulations Raj Bhaiya👏
SDE-1 @Tap Health | SIH'22 Winner | Full stack Web/App Developer | React/React Native | Golang Dev | Node/Express
2moAbsolutely true! 🎯 Working in a fast-paced startup environment truly does push you to grow and adapt quickly. The advice you shared is spot on—being proactive, continuously learning, and embracing challenges are key to making the most out of any internship. I’ve had a similar experience during my internships at various startups, where I worked on exciting projects using cutting-edge technologies like React Native, Node.js, and more. The learning curve in these environments is steep, but it’s also incredibly rewarding. You not only build confidence in your technical skills but also gain invaluable insights into real-world problem-solving and teamwork.