My Internship Experience: Basudev Thapa [Front-End Developer]

Starting an internship is a mix of excitement and nerves, but for me, it leaned more towards the nervous side. When I joined the company as a frontend development intern, I was riddled with self-doubt. Would I fit in? Would my skills be enough? What if I messed up? These thoughts played on a loop as I stepped into the office on my first day.

But then, a familiar face in the crowd instantly put me at ease. It was someone I knew from before. a small yet comforting connection in an otherwise overwhelming new world. That one moment of recognition reminded me that I wasn’t entirely alone in this journey, and it helped me shake off some of the anxiety that had been gripping me.

The next surprise came in the form of our CEO. I had built up this image of an intimidating figure who would probably be buried in endless meetings, far removed from interns like me. But I couldn’t have been more wrong. Our CEO turned out to be incredibly chill, approachable, and most impressively and brimming with knowledge.

 I was lucky enough to work directly under him during my internship, an opportunity that felt both daunting and thrilling at the same time. Instead of micromanaging or overwhelming me with impossible expectations, he guided me with clarity and purpose. He had this knack for breaking down even the most complex problems into digestible chunks, making me see things in a new light.

The company culture itself was a pleasant surprise. Despite my initial fears, the workplace wasn’t a high-pressure environment where interns were left to sink or swim. Instead, it felt collaborative and welcoming. Everyone was eager to help, and I never once felt like "just an intern.” 

Looking back, the internship wasn’t just about honing my technical skills as a frontend developer but it was about personal growth too. I learned how to handle pressure, ask for help when needed, and most importantly, believe in my abilities.