I'm glad you kept reading. Also, congratulations on the placement... getting hired isn't always easy. As you know, there are tons of articles available for interview practice. Often times though, tips don't extend beyond securing a placement. For this reason, I've decided to share some tips that will encourage YOU to make the most of your work experience by getting to know your colleagues.

To make the most of your workplace environment, branch out from your direct teammates by introducing yourself to as many people in the company as you can. When you've absolutely tried all you can to occupy physical space with coworkers, go online. Visit your company's organizational chart. This allows you to view the link between fellow employees, and it also reveals job titles.

To engage in meaningful conversation, try to find people whose job titles interest you to learn the nitty-gritty of their role. Then, add them to your personal meet & greet list. Many people struggle with the initial process of meet & greets. Really though, reaching out should not be your main concern because people love sharing their passions. They understand that we are the generation that will keep things going, so they're interested in our well-being. If it seems like someone is not interested in you, consider the time of the quarter, their role, workload, and personality type - don't take it personally.

With that said, putting yourself out there in the workplace takes a strong sense of self and a willingness to accept that you don't know everything (humility). When you realize it's possible to learn from even the smallest conversations, you will gain satisfaction from the experience and actually learn something Learning is a mindset... so whatever you decide to do, expect to learn something!