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Academic Mentor Intern


Company : NxtWave


Location : Hyderabad, Telangana


Created : 2025-04-05


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

About NxtWave NxtWave is one of India’s fastest-growing ed-tech startups , revolutionizing the 21st-century job market. NxtWave is transforming youth into highly skilled tech professionals through its CCBP 4.0 programs, regardless of their educational background. NxtWave is founded by Rahul Attuluri (Ex Amazon, IIIT Hyderabad), Sashank Reddy (IIT Bombay) and Anupam Pedarla (IIT Kharagpur). Supported by Orios Ventures, Better Capital, and Marquee Angels, NxtWave raised $33 million in 2023 from Greater Pacific Capital. As an official partner for NSDC (under the Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, Govt. of India) and recognized by NASSCOM, NxtWave has earned a reputation for excellence. Some of its prestigious recognitions include: Technology Pioneer 2024 by the World Economic Forum, one of only 100 startups chosen globally ‘Startup Spotlight Award of the Year’ by T-Hub in 2023 ‘Best Tech Skilling EdTech Startup of the Year 2022’ by Times Business Awards ‘The Greatest Brand in Education’ in a research-based listing by URS Media NxtWave Founders Anupam Pedarla and Sashank Gujjula were honoured in the 2024 Forbes India 30 Under 30 for their contributions to tech education. NxtWave breaks learning barriers by offering vernacular content for better comprehension and retention. NxtWave now has paid subscribers from 650+ districts across India. Its learners are hired by over 2000+ companies including Amazon, Accenture, IBM, Bank of America, TCS, Deloitte and more. Know more about NxtWave: Read more about us in the news - Economic Times | CNBC | Yourstory | VCCircle About NxtWave Institute of Advanced Technologies (NIAT): NIAT is NxtWave’s flagship 4 Years, on-campus program for Computer Science Education. It is designed to offer one of India’s most advanced industry-aligned curricula. Situated in the heart of Hyderabad's Tech landscape, NIAT’s new-age campus is surrounded by global giants like Google, Microsoft, Apple, Infosys, TCS and many more providing students with unparalleled exposure to the world of technology. At NIAT, world-class software engineers are the mentors who work hand-in-hand with students, ensuring they graduate as industry-ready professionals. With a curriculum that seamlessly integrates real-world tech requirements, NIAT prepares students to thrive in an ever-evolving tech world. NIAT’s 2024-2028 admissions cycle was a massive success, with all seats filling up rapidly with a long waitlist for admissions, further solidifying NIAT’s reputation as the premier destination for aspiring tech leaders. Know more about NxtWave: Know more about NIAT: Read more about us in the news - Economic Times | CNBC | Yourstory | VCCircle Job Description We are looking for an Academy Technical Mentor (Intern) to support students in their job readiness journey. This role involves evaluating technical skills, conducting mock assessments, and analyzing interview performance to ensure students are well-prepared for placements. The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of MERN stack technologies, be passionate about mentorship, and be eager to contribute to improving student success rates. Key Responsibilities Identify and prioritize students across different regions and match them with relevant job opportunities daily. Conduct weekly project evaluations to review students’ work. Host mock interview calls to assess students’ technical skills and share relevant resources to improve their interview preparation. Assess interview performance by gathering insights from students’ interview experiences and by reviewing interview recordings to understand pain points. Evaluate skill readiness to ensure students' technical preparation aligns with industry expectations. Gather and analyze feedback to enhance placement preparation strategies and improve success rates. Track placement success rates by monitoring student progress and analyzing placement outcomes. Skills Must-Have: Strong understanding of MERN stack concepts, including HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React, Node.js, SQL, and Python. Must have completed any degree. Passion for technical mentoring, skill assessment, and training students for placements. Excellent communication, mentoring, and problem-solving skills. Proficient in working with spreadsheets, including VLOOKUP and Pivot Tables, skilled in visual data presentation, and capable of managing and analyzing large datasets efficiently. Good to Have: Must have built multiple hands-on MERN stack projects. Hands-on experience in interview preparation strategies for technical roles. Ability to work with cross-functional teams to refine shortlisting methodologies and enhance placement effectiveness. Knowledge of job market trends. Job Overview: Education Criteria: Any Working days: 6 days a week Type of employment: 6 Months Internship CTC: Up to 4.5LPA Location: Hyderabad ( Work from Office ).