At Antrisha Foundation, we believe that education becomes truly impactful when it prepares young women for real-world opportunities. Through our CV Building, Interview Skills & Career Readiness Workshop, we aim to bridge the gap between academic learning and corporate expectations by equipping participants with practical employability skills.
On 3rd July 2026, despite heavy rainfall across the city, the determination and enthusiasm of the participants remained unwavering. Their commitment to learning reflected the importance of creating opportunities that prepare young women for successful professional careers.
A Motivating Start to the Day
The workshop began with an inspiring session led by Ms. Manjusha Singh, Founder of Antrisha Foundation, who welcomed the participants and introduced the importance of career readiness in today's competitive job market.
The session focused on helping participants understand:
- The importance of employability skills
- How to prepare for corporate careers
- Job search strategies
- Career planning and professional growth
- Building confidence for future opportunities
The interactive discussion encouraged participants to think beyond academics and understand the skills required to build successful careers.
Building a Strong Professional Presence on LinkedIn
The next session introduced participants to the power of LinkedIn as a professional networking platform.
Ms. Manjusha Singh guided the participants through:
- Creating an impactful LinkedIn profile
- Optimizing profiles for recruiters
- Building a professional online presence
- Networking with industry professionals
- Using LinkedIn to discover internships and job opportunities
The session concluded with an engaging one-on-one interaction where participants cleared their doubts and received personalized guidance on improving their professional profiles.
Learning Continues Over Conversations
Following the morning sessions, participants enjoyed refreshments and interacted with mentors and fellow attendees, creating an atmosphere of networking, learning, and collaboration before moving into the technical sessions of the workshop.
Learning What HR Professionals Really Look For
The next session was conducted by Mr. Tushar Rai, Head of Human Resources at DealerMatix, who shared valuable insights directly from an HR professional's perspective.
The session covered:
- Structuring a professional CV
- Essential sections every resume should include
- Common resume mistakes
- HR expectations during resume screening
- Best practices for creating job-ready CVs
Participants gained practical knowledge about how recruiters evaluate resumes and what makes a candidate stand out in today's competitive hiring landscape.
Preparing for Successful Interviews
The workshop continued with an insightful Interview Skills Preparation Session, where participants learned the practical aspects of facing interviews with confidence.
Key topics included:
- Interview etiquette and professionalism
- Effective communication techniques
- Grooming and first impressions
- Answering HR interview questions confidently
- Body language during interviews
- Tips to improve interview performance
Drawing from his extensive industry experience, Mr. Tushar Rai shared practical advice that helped participants understand what recruiters truly look for during the hiring process.
The session concluded with an interactive Question & Answer session, where participants openly discussed their concerns and received valuable career guidance directly from an experienced HR leader.
Creating Career-Ready Professionals
By the end of the workshop, participants left with more than just improved resumes—they gained confidence, clarity, and practical knowledge that will help them take their first steps into the corporate world.
Despite the challenging weather conditions, their enthusiasm to learn demonstrated that determination can overcome any obstacle when opportunities are created with the right intent.
Building Brighter Futures Together
At Antrisha Foundation, we remain committed to empowering young women through career readiness, professional development, and skill-building initiatives that create meaningful employment opportunities.
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to DealerMatix, Mr. Tushar Rai, our volunteers, mentors, and every participant who made this workshop a memorable success.
We wish every participant a bright, successful, and fulfilling corporate journey ahead. Together, we continue to create opportunities that transform aspirations into achievements.
