Hi everyone! My name is Alexandros Mitsis (twitter account: @AndrousMitsis) and I am a Junior R&D Expert in Wargami… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

My plan for this week is to go through the various key points of an internship, in an attempt to understand its val… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

So, today, I will be introducing the fundamentals of what an internship is, why it is an important experience for a… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

(PLEASE KEEP IN MIND THAT THIS COMES FROM MY POINT OF VIEW)

At its core an internships is an amazing opportunity f… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

Interestingly enough, a first-time-intern will be amazed with how academic theory is overshadowed by the amazing wo… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

On the other hand, companies manage to acquire fresh "creative juice", a different perspective and the completion o… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

Lastly, anyone who wishes to begin their career with an internship, must take into consideration two primary factor… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

So, now that we have established the basics of what an internship is, here is my point of view on my first internsh… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

Thankfully, I had an extremely good relationship with everyone from the get-go. I was able to easily ask anyone abo… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

Even if the title I was working on was not the genre I had grown accustomed to, or had ever wanted to work with, I… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

It was an extremely interesting experience where I was comfortably able to bond with RnD's leader. I kept close com… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

I just found the (ADD ANOTHER TWEET) button...*facepalm*

After my tasks with Hybrid Wars were done, my mentor bega… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

He constantly kept me informed about my mistakes and showed me ways to rectify problems. He even showed me a few tr… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

The day I presented my game idea was one that I will never forget. Not only did I learn a lot about constructive cr… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

Overall, my experience made me feel proud of carrying the mantle of an ex-Wargaming intern and I was excited for my… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

I broadened my network, but also made lifelong friends which I looked up to and now work alongside with.

Should every company host an internship program?

Is it vital to treat your interns with utmost care?

Would you like me to tell you my secret to a good CV?

So, due to the fact that there is a good amount of people seeking my opinion on the subject of a good CV, here is m… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

We all know that a good CV will stand out amidst the pile, when it looks good. A CV should represent who you truly… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

But in this case, looks aren't everything. Yes, granted, a CV is thankfully customizable and can take the form that… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

To be more specific, it is not WHAT you put on the piece of paper, but WHEN you put it. In a well formulated one p… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

I remember asking him to give me his honest opinion about my document. He said that it was really good because it a… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

Continuing with the subjects that I had taken in my University years and then with my accomplishments, allowed for… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

Do not be afraid to sell yourself. Be passionate about who you are and how you got here. Try to outshine everyone e… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

So as a conclusion, tell your story and do not create lists of what you can do or have done with vague stat bars at… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

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.Just the other day I had a conversation about it with one of my colleagues and he said that he would never hire so… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

Now if it is Freelancing you are talking about, then that for me is a totally different story. Someone has an assor… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

So yes. Someone who hops between jobs regularly but is not a freelancer is bad. Someone, however, who is a freelanc… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

Good morning beautiful people! Today we are going to be focusing on a slightly different subject. Instead of talkin… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

What do you think an internship's real value is?

CURIOSITY QUESTION: In what form would you like to acquire your newly found knowledge?

Quick question for anyone who wishes to answer.

What do you think is the value behind an internship, for a company?

What does a company, primarily, gain from an internship?

So, now that the polls are finally over, I would like to share my opinion about a company's gain, when it comes to… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

The fact that companies choose their future employee candidates through their "trial and error" programs makes for… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

Let me tell you something that is the wrong answer, whether you thought of it or not. Its academic knowledge. If yo… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

This is why internships, in the west, are held in such a high regard and are valued so highly. Internships help you… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

So whether if it is exploring new avenues, expanding already found ones or exploiting already built ones, any answe… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

Along with that, you practice unknown to yourself qualities, mostly known as soft skills. Whether that is communica… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

A huge thing that internships teach is good creative methodologies, which were explained during the previous week b… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

Now, it is important to remember that along with the previous two factors, internships build a strong network for y… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

An internship looks extremely good on a CV, due to all the things it provides you with. An even better thing, which… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

Also, it is important to understand that not all interns will manage to provide the company with fresh ideas and ne… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

Your idea/perspective on a title, might be worth millions in an another company. So never stop looking for your per… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

Today I also want to talk about interviews, which come after a handed in CV.

What do you need during an interview, in order to succeed?

So, it is very interesting to see these results. I didn't expect for most of you to vote for a hard skill oriented… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

See, the reason I am asking this question is because I have never seen anyone who is just brilliant at a hard skill… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

Does everyone understand the difference between soft and hard skills in our industry?

Ok so, due to the fact that there are individuals who do not know the difference between the two aforementioned typ… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

Hard Skills: They are skills that one can acquire through learning, academically or practically. Skills that can be… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

Soft Skills: These skills however, are ones that connect more to ones innate nature. Because it was the way they we… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

To put it more simply, soft skills are skills that make us human, rather than robots in a production line(hard skills).

Good morning from sunny Cyprus! Since for the past few days we've been covering aspects of how one is to apply to a… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

First Question: Do you believe that there are fundamental differences between each company's way of creating games?

Second Question: In a few words please tell me what you think those differences are, if there are any?

Last Question: What is it that you look for in a company?

It is interesting to see how many people wouldn't want to go and work for a company that doesn't revolve around their genre interests.

Leading on with the previous poll, do you know what is expected of you in a company, whether it is as an intern or as an employee?

Do you know what it is that you are looking for within a company?

These two questions are extremely important and will help me understand how people, today, think, before they get a… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

I'm sorry, but this picture fits this week's topic so well! 😂😂😂 pic.twitter.com/WIpULPy5gA

Now that the latest polls have been closed, lets establish what is expected of you from a games company, when you a… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

Menial tasks are a given. So be prepared to complete a certain amount of uninteresting workload.

Apply what you ha… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

You must listen to constructive criticism and never take feedback to heart.

Understand how a team works and who yo… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

Always be polite and never disrespect anyone. Your character along with your talent can take you a long way. So use… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

Never stop creating. When browsing the internet feel free to search for inspirational content. Show that as referen… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

Lastly, understand the importance of secrecy and integrity. When you step through your office's doors, you become p… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

It is interesting to see how many people don't know what is expected of them from a company. More astounding, howev… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

Or some of these?

Does everyone understand the importance of a mentor, during ones internship period?

For those who dont understand the use of a mentor, remember that a mentor is the one who will spend time with you i… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

Whether it is any of the interests you guys and gals attempted to choose from in the previous two polls or anything… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

Keep in mind that the amount of possibilities you have within our industry is immense. From graphic designer and co… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

And in return, how strong will you make your bond with your mentor, allowing them to teach you all they know and al… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

Think of mentor as someone who will give you 3 basic templates. They will show you how they work and how they could… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

Never, ever be afraid to cooperate with them and ask them questions, no matter how stupid you think the question mi… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

Last but not least, do not be scared to adopt qualities that they have. Qualities that make them different from the… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

So, now that you know how awesome it is to have someone guide you and be there for you in the tough times to come, do you want a mentor?

I have one last question for you all that is probably the most important of all.

What should you strive for within an internship?

Whatever you choose as an answer to this question, it doesn't matter. Because whatever answer you can possibly give… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

An internship will allow you to see your workplace and the industry from different view points. It will give you a… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

The gaming industry is a robust, energetic and competitive industry. Anyone who gets the chance to intern before go… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

They allow you to make mistakes at am affordable cost. They teach you at an interesting pace and give you the chanc… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

All you need to get all that is discover yourself. Understand that you are a puzzle piece that can be molded to fit… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

Do not be afraid to intern for a few companies before entering one as a full fledged designer/developer. Take your… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

Do not be afraid to experiment with your abilities, but remember to meet the deadlines. Find ways that work best fo… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

And even after your internship cycle has come to an end and you are a full-time employ, keep on discovering, there… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

I've been told that during my last day, I must post a photo of my workplace. Well here is my desk. Enjoy the horrib… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…