Is it normal to get rejected from an internship?

Internship rejection is pretty much inevitable. Most people will experience it at least once if they are putting themselves out there. You just don’t hear people talk about the rejections as much as they do the wins. It’s kind of like dating, you win some and you learn some.

Why are all my job applications keep getting rejected?

The most obvious reason why your application was rejected is that you weren’t qualified for the role. Most jobs require something: a certain amount of experience or qualification. This is normally made obvious in the job description. The vast majority of the time, this isn’t a recommendation.

What happens if your job application is rejected immediately?

A job application rejected immediately can make you feel worthless. But by identifying what the problem was, you can continually work on your applications. Before long, you’ll have learned precisely what it takes to get a job. The most obvious reason why your application was rejected is that you weren’t qualified for the role.

What have my internship rejections taught me?

If there’s anything my internship rejections have taught me, it’s that you are going to hear the word “no” a lot. You have two choices: Become comfortable with it, or let it tear you down. I’m not saying to let it roll off your shoulders as if it doesn’t matter, but I am saying to let those rejections make your shoulders broad and strong.

Did you get your first rejection on Internshala?

If you are reading this, most probably you have faced the first bump in your professional journey i.e. your first rejection (one of your application status showing ‘Not Selected‘) on Internshala. You might be feeling confused about the whole process or even having second thoughts about applying for a new internship.

Would you be willing to work an unpaid internship?

Thus, I made the realization I was totally willing and able to work an unpaid internship if it was in my desired field. Although nobody wants to do work for no pay, sometimes an unpaid internship will give you payoff in ways you wouldn’t expect.