How to Get Internships in BTech | Step-by-Step Guide for Students With

Getting an internship can feel overwhelming, especially when you have no experience, no strong resume, and no clue where to begin. But here’s the good news:

📌 You don’t need to be a topper or a coding genius to get your first internship.

This blog is your step-by-step guide to landing internships in BTech — whether you’re in 1st year or 3rd!

🚀 Why Internships Are So Important

Internships help you:

Get real-world experience before your first job
Build a strong resume and LinkedIn profile
Understand what kind of work you enjoy (or don’t)
Sometimes get pre-placement offers (PPO)

Even if it’s unpaid, the experience is super valuable.

🧠 Step 1: Know What You Want to Try

You don’t have to pick your forever career, explore. Ask yourself:

Do I enjoy coding? Try web dev, app dev, ML, etc.
Do I like writing/designing? Try content writing or UI/UX
Am I curious about management/marketing? Try social media internships

🎯 Pick one area that excites you a little and go deep.

🛠️ Step 2: Learn the Basics (FREE)

You only need basic skills to get started. Use free platforms:

For Web Development:
YouTube (CodeWithHarry, Apna College), FreeCodeCamp
For Design:
Figma tutorials, UX Crash Courses
For Content Writing:
Start by writing blogs (on Hashnode!) or use Medium

Even 2 weeks of learning is enough to apply for entry-level internships.

📝 Step 3: Build a Simple Resume

Keep it short, clean, and honest:

Add your name, contact, and college
Mention any small projects, online courses, or club roles
Use Canva or Overleaf to design a clean resume

👉 Don’t lie — even if it looks empty, it’s better than a fake experience.

🌐 Step 4: Create a LinkedIn Profile

LinkedIn is 🔑 for internships. Do this:

Add a decent profile picture
Write a short bio:
“BTech student exploring Web Development | Open to Internships”
Connect with seniors, recruiters, and mentors

✅ Start engaging with posts — this builds your visibility!

🔍 Step 5: Where to Find Internships

Here are trusted platforms:

Internshala.com – Easy filters, student-friendly
LinkedIn.com – Use the “internship” filter in jobs
Angel.co – Startups offering flexible roles
Fiverr.com – Freelance gigs that can become internships
College seniors and WhatsApp/Telegram groups

Tip: Apply to 10+ internships every week. Rejections are normal!

📩 Step 6: Apply Smartly (Even Without Experience)

When you apply:

Write a custom cover letter (2–3 lines):
“Hi, I’m a BTech student learning web development and looking for hands-on experience. I’ve built a few beginner projects and would love to contribute to your team.”
Attach your resume and mention your GitHub/blog/portfolio link

🎁 Pro tip: Include small projects — even basic ones — to stand out!

💬 Step 7: Prepare for the Interview

Don’t overthink it — just be confident and honest:

Know the basics of the tech you applied for
Be ready to talk about your projects, what you learned, and why you applied
Ask questions, too — it shows interest

⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

Waiting untila final year to start
Only applying for paid roles in the beginning
Copy-pasting the same resume to all companies
Not learning from rejections

🎯 Final Words

You don’t need experience to get experience — you need action.

Start small, stay consistent, and treat each rejection as a redirection.

✨ Need Help?

Drop your questions in the comments or DM me on LinkedIn — I’ll answer in upcoming posts!

➡️ Follow this blog for future guides like:

Best websites to build skills for free
How to get paid internships
Resume review and portfolio building

Let’s grow together! 🌱

💼 How to Get Internships in BTech (Even Without Experience)