Career Readiness: Interactive Session with an Industry Expert – 18.08.2025

An insightful session on Career Readiness was organized, the speaker, Mr. Muavia Mohammed Muqtar, Alumnus – BE – Mech – 2019 passed out batch, who currently serves as the Community Manager at Google Operations Centre, Hyderabad shared his professional expertise, industry insights, and career guidance with the participants.

Mr. Muavia began the session by sharing his own career journey and experiences, which set an inspiring context for the students. He stressed the growing significance of career readiness skills in bridging the gap between academic learning and industry expectations. He outlined how employers today look beyond technical knowledge and place equal emphasis on soft skills such as communication, teamwork, adaptability, leadership, and problem-solving abilities.

The session highlighted the following key points:
Resume & Interview Preparation: Mr. Muavia explained how a well-structured resume and confident interview presence can significantly enhance employability. He informed students about Applicant Tracking System (ATS) Resume format too.

Skill Development: He emphasized the need for continuous learning and up skilling, particularly in emerging areas such as digital tools, data literacy, and industry-relevant certifications.

Professional Networking: The importance of building a strong professional network through platforms like LinkedIn was discussed, with practical tips on effective networking.

Workplace Readiness: Mr. Muqtar provided valuable insights into workplace culture at global organizations like Google, including collaboration, inclusivity, and innovation-driven approaches.

Mindset for Success: He encouraged students to cultivate a growth mindset, resilience, and openness to challenges as vital traits for long-term success.

The session was interactive, with students actively engaging in discussions, asking questions about career planning, interview strategies, and industry trends. Mr. Muqtar patiently addressed queries and shared real-life examples to make the learning experience practical and relatable.

He motivated students to take charge of their career journeys, remain adaptable to change, and continuously strive for excellence. The participants expressed that the session was not only informative but also deeply inspiring, providing them with actionable strategies to enhance their career readiness.