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Forge Your Icon – Session 05: Landing Internships Like a Pro, organized by StudPro 8.0 under IEEE Young Professionals Sri Lanka, was successfully conducted on 25th July 2025 via Zoom. The session welcomed a diverse audience of undergraduate students from universities across Sri Lanka, all eager to gain insights into securing competitive internship opportunities. The primary objective of the event was to equip participants with practical strategies to stand out in applications, excel in interviews, identify the right platforms and timelines, and build their professional networks early. The session featured an engaging presentation by Ms. Shrivi Sandamini, Deputy General Manager – Workforce Planning and HR Analytics at Sri Lanka Telecom, who shared her expertise and actionable tips drawn from extensive industry experience. Participants actively engaged throughout the session, asking thoughtful questions during the Q&A segment, which provided valuable clarifications and personalized advice. Feedback from attendees was overwhelmingly positive, with many highlighting the relevance of the content, the clarity of delivery, and the actionable guidance that will help them take meaningful steps toward their career goals.