Interning with 2 years of experience

Anonymous

March 8,2024 at 4:14PM UTC

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Interning with 2 years of experience

I am currently doing an internship at a company I really like but I have 2 years of Software development experience prior to this. I feel a little embarrassed to put it on my LinkedIn since it feels like a huge step back. Am I valid in my concerns? I took the internship because I’m learning so many new things that I wouldn’t get the opportunity to learn in any other circumstance since hiring is only by experience and the team seemed nice. Well, I was right about the learning for sure - my horizons are being expanded and I’m gaining experience in about 3 different skills. I still feel embarrassed since it’s a downgrade pay wise and position wise.

Would you put this on your professional profiles/resume or leave it off if you were in my position?

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Diane Frances Lesley-NeumanMarch 8,2024 at 5:20PM UTC
yes. The fact that you are willing to intern shows that you want to learn. Very important.
AnonymousMarch 8,2024 at 6:03PM UTC
I would put it on your profile, as it feeds your experience. Perhaps call it an externship since you did it post degree or come up with a neutral title that can add value to your search.
AnonymousMarch 8,2024 at 7:33PM UTC
I would put it on your profile. You are building your skills, showing a willingness to learn and explore new options. If any company or recruiter is going to look at that as negatives, they're not the place you want to be.
AnonymousMarch 25,2024 at 2:22PM UTC
If you are learning new things, why do you consider it a step back instead of a step forward? Perhaps you need to reframe your thinking. I have stepped back in my career more than once to learn something new and "start over." You are adding to your list of skills, which makes you much more marketable, so the title and pay don't make that a negative mark. I would hire someone who exhibits a thirst for learning before someone who has stagnated in their career and skills.