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How did your 12 week Assessed Internship Programme with Shell give you an insight into Shell as an organisation, the culture, projects and type of work?

Spending three months undertaking a Shell assessed internship provides you with time to immerse within the Shell community. By delivering a tangible project, it creates the opportunity for you to explore the networks of Shell, to learn about the various functions of Shell鈥檚 business and understand the broader organisation.

What type of work did you do during your assessed internship; did you have a specific project?

I completed my internship within Shell鈥檚 downstream business, within the Supply & Distribution area and specifically worked in Logistics in the Newport Terminal, Melbourne. 

My task was firstly to design and implement a national courier feedback loop system between Shell and our various carriers across Australia; and secondly, to design a number of toolkits in order to on board new carriers as well as helping to change the system from Shell to Viva Energy. It鈥檚 exciting to know that the outcome from my work is still being used today.

How would you describe your experience of the Shell Assessed Internship Programme? What would you say to students thinking about an internship with Shell?

My internship experience was a great platform to develop the ability to deliver a project, on time and on budget. Overall it was challenging but incredibly rewarding if you put in the effort; and an eye-opening experience in learning about the oil and gas industry, both within Australia and internationally.

How did your assessed internship prepare you for your career and how did it feel knowing you had secured a graduate position before your graduation date?

My situation is rather unique in that I undertook an assessed internship in Downstream Logistics, but my graduate role is Upstream Technical. Therefore, my experience in the Newport Terminal is very different to my current role in Perth. However, the skills I developed in my assessed internship are directly used in my role as a graduate, such as a focus on delivering on tasks and seeking feedback from my network for both personal and professional development.

By having had the opportunity to experience Shell through an Assessed Internship Programme, do you think this provided you with an advantage when starting the Shell Graduate Programme?

By spending an extra three months in Shell as compared to other companies, you naturally have a better sense initially of how the company operates and the culture it possesses. 

Describe what makes Shell鈥檚 Assessed Internship Programme unique?

Shell鈥檚 three month assessed internship results in a tangible deliverable that has a commercial impact upon the business. Interns are not all lumped into one function but can be based across the business with unique projects depending on the requirements of the company at the time. 

Shell鈥檚 internships not only focus on the technical deliverables, but also just as important, the people skills demonstrated, and the networks built along the way. 

Why should today鈥檚 students apply for an assessed internship with Shell?

The experience is unparalleled.

What can students expect in the various stages of the Assessed Internship Programme?

Students can expect formal reviews on your progress from your mentor and line manager, at least one presentation of your final project as well as a final interview.

What is some of your advice to students applying to internships, and how would you encourage them to put their best foot forward?

Do your best in the online tests, but don鈥檛 stress over them. Also, be honest in your phone interview, select real stories to tell and be genuine in your questions and reflections.

Any final words of advice for students considering an internship?

Be true to yourself, reflect on what you鈥檙e passionate about and stand for what you believe in.