The Electrical and Electronics Engineering (EEE) branch organized an Open House on 22nd May 2024, where final-year students who have recently secured placements interacted with pre-final year students. This event aimed to provide insights into the placement process, share experiences, and offer guidance to the juniors.
Moderators and Structure of the Session
The session was moderated by two esteemed faculty members, Mr. Ajithanjaya Kumar M K and Mr. Deepesh Kanchan S K. They structured the interaction into various segments, each focusing on different aspects of the placement process. The moderators facilitated the discussion by posing relevant questions to the final-year students, ensuring a comprehensive coverage of the topics.
Key Highlights
Introduction and Ice-breaking Session:
The event began with a warm welcome by the moderators. Mr. Ajithanjaya, introduced the final-year students and briefly discussed the importance of placements.
Experiences Shared by Final-Year Students:
The final-year students shared their personal experiences, detailing their journey from preparing for placements to successfully securing offers. They discussed the challenges they faced and how they overcame them.
Preparation Strategies:
The moderators asked specific questions regarding preparation strategies. Topics covered included:
Interview Experiences:
A significant portion of the session focused on interview experiences. The final-year students provided detailed accounts of:
Technical Interviews: Types of questions asked, problem-solving approaches, and practical scenarios.
HR Interviews: Common HR questions, tips for self-presentation, and maintaining composure.
Company-Specific Insights:
The moderators facilitated a discussion on company-specific recruitment processes.
Q&A Session:
The interactive segment allowed pre-final year students to ask questions directly to their seniors. The queries ranged from handling rejections to choosing between multiple offers. The final-year students responded with practical advice and encouragement.
Resource Recommendations:
Towards the end of the session, the moderators asked the placed students to recommend resources that helped them during their preparation. These included:
Books and Online Courses: Specific titles and platforms that are beneficial for technical and aptitude preparation.
Websites and Forums: Online communities and forums for interview experiences and study materials.
Conclusion
The Open House concluded with a vote of thanks by Ms. Himani Kishan Raj. The moderators appreciated the participation of the final-year students and encouraged the pre-final year students to utilize the insights gained from the session.
Overall, the Open House was a highly informative and motivating event. It provided the pre-final year students with a clear roadmap for their placement preparation and fostered a sense of camaraderie among the EEE students.
