DISHA
disha@iitp.ac.in
Career Growth & Training Cell
Empowering students with the skills, exposure, and support needed to excel in their professional journey
About DISHA
DISHA is the dedicated wing of the Student Technical Council that focuses on empowering students with the skills, exposure, and support needed to excel in their professional journey. It serves as a bridge between students and the industry, offering curated opportunities in the form of internships, training programs, certification workshops, and placement assistance.
Through career counseling sessions, resume and LinkedIn optimization drives, mock interviews, and collaborations with companies and startups, DISHA ensures that students are not just academically strong, but also industry-ready.
Whether it's guiding a fresher towards their first internship or assisting a final-year student with job placements, DISHA stands as a pillar of career support, development, and direction.
Key Focus Areas
- Career counseling and guidance
- Industry-ready skill development
- Internship and placement support
- Professional networking
- Alumni mentorship programs
DISHA Sub-Clubs
Specialized clubs focusing on different aspects of career development
Resume & Portfolio Building Club
Helping students craft impactful resumes, optimize LinkedIn profiles, and build professional portfolios.
Activities:
- Resume writing workshops
- LinkedIn optimization
- Portfolio development
- Professional branding
Mock Interview & Group Discussion Club
Conducting regular mock interviews, group discussions, and peer feedback sessions to boost confidence.
Activities:
- Mock interviews
- Group discussions
- Peer feedback
- Interview techniques
Skill Development & Certification Club
Organizing workshops, training sessions, and facilitating access to industry-recognized certifications.
Activities:
- Technical workshops
- Certification guidance
- Skill assessments
- Industry training
Internship Search & Referral Club
Assisting students in finding relevant internships, guiding cold-emailing techniques, and building referral networks.
Activities:
- Internship opportunities
- Cold email guidance
- Referral networks
- Application support
Career Guidance & Counselling Club
Offering personalized mentorship, career path planning, and expert sessions on higher studies.
Activities:
- Career counseling
- Path planning
- Higher studies guidance
- Competitive exam prep
Soft Skills & Communication Club
Focusing on improving communication, public speaking, professional etiquette, and workplace readiness.
Activities:
- Communication skills
- Public speaking
- Professional etiquette
- Workplace readiness
Alumni Networking & Mentorship Club
Connecting current students with alumni for guidance, industry insights, and opportunities.
Activities:
- Alumni connections
- Mentorship programs
- Industry insights
- Networking events
Industry Collaboration & Placement Support Club
Building partnerships with companies, organizing recruitment drives, and providing placement assistance.
Activities:
- Company partnerships
- Recruitment drives
- Placement support
- Industry collaboration