Summer Internship

The Summer Internship Programme (SIP) forms an essential part of the MBA curriculum, designed to provide students with first-hand experience of working in a corporate environment. Through SIP, students spend six to eight weeks in industry settings, usually between May and July, where they contribute to real business projects and immerse themselves in organisational culture. This period serves as a critical bridge between academic concepts and practical business application, and is a mandatory component of the two-year MBA programme.

The process for securing an SIP largely follows the structure of final placement recruitment. While specific details can differ from company to company, the usual stages include:

Candidates progress through these steps before being selected for their internship roles, ensuring that both the student’s aspirations and the company’s expectations are closely matched.

A wide variety of companies seek out MBA interns each year, offering students the chance to begin their professional journeys in organisations ranging from established corporations to innovative startups. Leading recruiters include SBI, Zomato, GUPC, Bacancy, Aditya Birla, Shopperstop, Iscon Balaji Foods, RBI, IIM-A, Adoran, India Bonds, Adani Wilmar, Torrent Group, TCS, Symphony, Atul, and Smytten, and many more.

Performance during the Summer Internship Program (SIP) is often a decisive factor in final placements. Many companies closely evaluate interns, looking for skills and competencies such as problem-solving abilities, effective communication, teamwork, adaptability, and technical proficiency. In addition to skill development, the SIP plays a crucial role in helping students build professional networks and gain valuable industry insights, which are instrumental for their future careers. Outstanding performers may receive Pre-Placement Offers (PPOs), providing a direct pathway into full-time roles after graduation. Thus, the SIP not only introduces students to professional expectations but also significantly impacts their career trajectories.

After completing the internship, students are required to prepare a comprehensive SIP report with guidance from a faculty mentor and input from their employer, focusing on a specific business assignment or topic undertaken during the internship. These reports are followed by viva assessments, where students defend their work and reflect on their experiences. Many institutions hold inter-college competitions to recognise and reward the best SIP reports. On our campus, an event called ‘Fight for Glory’ is held to select top-performing students, who then have the opportunity to represent the institute in broader inter-college contests.