10. Internships and Pre-Placement Offers (PPOs)
- Internships: Companies may offer internships to students, which can potentially lead to Pre-Placement Offers (PPOs) based on performance.
- PPO Acceptance: Students may be offered full-time roles post-internship, with specific guidelines for PPO acceptance.
11. Role of Placement Cell (PPOs)
- Guidance and Support: The placement cell helps students with resume building, interview preparation, and job search strategies.
- PPO Acceptance: Students may be offered full-time roles post-internship, with specific guidelines for PPO acceptance.
- Feedback Collection: After each placement cycle, the placement cell gathers feedback from students and recruiters to improve the placement process.
Do's and Don'ts for Students
Do's and Don'ts for Students
Do's
- Prepare Thoroughly: Attend all pre-placement training sessions, such as resume-building workshops, aptitude training, and mock interviews, to be well-prepared.
- Keep Your Documents Ready: Ensure your resume, academic certificates, and other relevant documents are up-to-date and readily available for interviews.
- Research Companies: Before attending any company’s placement drive, research the company’s background, job role, work culture, and expectations.
- Practice Professional Communication: Communicate respectfully with placement officers, recruiters, and peers. Respond promptly to emails and messages regarding placement activities.
- Be Punctual: Arrive on time for all placement activities, including pre-placement talks, tests, and interviews.
- Dress Appropriately: Follow a formal dress code for interviews and placement-related events to make a positive impression.
- Clarify Doubts: Ask questions if you have any doubts about the job role, work environment, or selection process during pre-placement talks.
- Respect Placement Policies: Follow the placement department’s guidelines and policies regarding eligibility, offers, and company selection to ensure fair chances for everyone.
- Stay Motivated and Open-Minded: Keep a positive attitude, even if you face rejections. Be open to considering different job roles, sectors, and locations.
- Follow Up Professionally: After interviews, if necessary, send a brief thank-you email to recruiters, showing your enthusiasm for the opportunity.
Don'ts
- Don’t Skip Interviews Last Minute: Avoid cancelling interviews or not showing up without valid reasons, as it reflects poorly on both you and the institution.
- Avoid False Information: Do not exaggerate or lie about skills, grades, or achievements on your resume or during interviews, as this can harm your reputation.
- Don’t Share Confidential Information: Respect confidentiality and avoid sharing test questions, interview details, or any sensitive company information with others.
- Avoid Unprofessional Behaviour: Do not engage in negative behaviour, such as arguing with recruiters, making inappropriate comments, or using informal language.
- Don’t Ignore Placement Notices: Check placement announcements and emails regularly. Avoid missing opportunities due to lack of attention.
- Don’t Be Overly Selective Initially: Avoid rejecting job offers early in the placement season, as it may limit your future options. Keep an open mind for various roles.
- Avoid Pressuring Placement Staff: Don’t pressure the placement team to prioritize specific companies or roles. Respect the process designed to benefit all students.
- Don’t Rely Solely on Campus Placements: Keep a proactive approach to your job search. Look beyond campus placements, and consider applying to jobs independently as well.
- Do Not Discuss Salary Expectations Prematurely: Avoid discussing salary expectations until an offer is made, unless the recruiter brings it up first.
- Don’t Undermine Peers: Maintain a respectful attitude toward other candidates. Avoid making negative comments about fellow students to recruiters.