“You have a right to perform your prescribed duties, but you are not entitled to the fruits of your actions. Never consider yourself to be the cause of the results of your activities, nor be attached to inaction” – Bhagavad Gita
RBI came out with an internship notification and like my fellow classmates, I applied for it. RBI selects students from the top B-Schools across India based on their resume who are then called for a personal interview. Luckily I made it to the interview process in the Mumbai office in the month of January and a few weeks later a mail pops up in my phone. I opened it up. Hurray. I got through and I was saturated with happiness.
While I awaited my interview call I had assumed that I had a fair chance of getting through, all for my graduation score!! Hence I started prepping for it. I started interacting with seniors to get insights into their internship experiences, brushing up various concepts and terminology, related to BFSI sector. One thing which made me sail through the interview was reading inside out about RBI. I got my hands on every other financial report which became my Bible. Mock interview with my faculties was also helpful.
Backpack to Mumbai –
Since it was my first time in Mumbai I was quite overwhelmed by the city of dreams. Having a day in hand, I went out to soak in some fresh air at Marine drive only to find two types of sea there - the Arabian sea and the sea of people. Nevertheless, I eventually learned to make peace with the spilling crowd and the sultry weather of Mumbai.
Internship DAYS –
On the first day, I along with a bunch of students from other colleges reported to the CGM in charge of the Department of Currency Management as I was allocated to this department. I was briefed about the department’s functions and their expectations of me. Since I wanted to work on the supply-chain management of currency, cost-efficiency of currency notes production, understanding the mismatch between the demand and supply of currency in circulation. I was allocated to the RMMT(Resource Management and Movement of Treasury) division. I then interacted with my mentor GM who was the head of RMMT division. After discussion with my mentor, I fixed my project title as “Demand Supply analysis of currency in circulation”.The most important step is to fine tune the basics before going deeper into the project. I spent my initial 2 weeks to understand the nuances and various terminologies, for which I took help of my mentor, referred to books in the library, annual reports of RBI and documents were given to me by the department. Once I was all updated with my basics I started working on my project. I used several sources, made a blueprint and kept on working towards it. The best thing I liked was all employees were really helpful, humble, down to earth kind at heart and full of enthusiasm.
For the project, I used various graphs, charts, statistical tools to understand trend analysis of currency in circulation over the last five years, the mismatch between indent and supply and cost efficiency in currency circulation.
Learnings from the internship –
The capacity to learn is a gift; The ability to learn is a skill; The willingness to learn is a choice - Brian Herbert
It is said that internship is the first step and prepares an individual for facing the corporate world. I made sure that these coming months will be the best part of my life in terms of the knowledge I would gain and the guidance from the mentor. Most importantly my mentor was quite supportive. All though there were many challenges like getting adequate resources for the project. But luckily I got access to the central library which was a source of knowledge. An internship is incomplete without any practical exposure. I had an opportunity to visit two of the currency chests of SBI and ICICI bank.
Currency chests are basically branches of selected banks authorized by the RBI to stock currency notes and coins. The responsibility for managing the currency is vested in the RBI. The central bank advises the Centre on the number of notes to be printed, the currency denominations, security features and so on. The number of notes that need to be printed is determined using a statistical model that takes the pace of economic growth, the rate of inflation and the replacement rate of soiled notes.
The food at RBI was amazing. Sometimes it so used to happen that I used to wait for Monday after a long weekend for delicious lunch provided by RBI. I also visited the museum which was a storehouse of the history of coins and notes of our country.
I believe that RBI is a great institution to work where every employee is dedicated and involved in his work with full enthusiasm and dedication. I definitely look forward to joining this great institution.
Comments
Saptarshi Mandal
Short and crisp guidance for those who wish to get exposure regarding activities that interns go through during their intern tenure.
27 Jun 2018, 02.28 PM
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Manjeet Saini
Manjeet Saini is 2nd year MBA(Banking & Finance) student at Symbiosis School Of Banking and Finance. He is a National level Badminton player and also been part of NCC during his under graduation. He has completed his summer internship with Reserve Bank of India at Mumbai Head Office. He has also undergone few certification courses like Bloomberg Market concepts, Research Analyst, CCRA - Level 1.
Thank you so much for your valuable feedback
28 Jun 2018, 10.22 AM |
Shraddha Gautam
You described the whole process perfectly and share all ur experience with great affection. you really inspired me thank u for ur guidance
27 Jun 2018, 08.33 PM
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Manjeet Saini
Manjeet Saini is 2nd year MBA(Banking & Finance) student at Symbiosis School Of Banking and Finance. He is a National level Badminton player and also been part of NCC during his under graduation. He has completed his summer internship with Reserve Bank of India at Mumbai Head Office. He has also undergone few certification courses like Bloomberg Market concepts, Research Analyst, CCRA - Level 1.
Thank you so much Shraddha
28 Jun 2018, 11.07 AM |
Nitesh Sankhala
Good job bro! Proud of you..
28 Jun 2018, 10.49 AM
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Manjeet Saini
Manjeet Saini is 2nd year MBA(Banking & Finance) student at Symbiosis School Of Banking and Finance. He is a National level Badminton player and also been part of NCC during his under graduation. He has completed his summer internship with Reserve Bank of India at Mumbai Head Office. He has also undergone few certification courses like Bloomberg Market concepts, Research Analyst, CCRA - Level 1.
Thanks brother
28 Jun 2018, 11.07 AM |
Pritam Abhishek
MBA'19 || Human Resources || SIBM Pune || Summer Intern-ICICI Bank
Very well written !! Keep inspiring and motivating us. :)
28 Jun 2018, 11.18 AM
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Manjeet Saini
Manjeet Saini is 2nd year MBA(Banking & Finance) student at Symbiosis School Of Banking and Finance. He is a National level Badminton player and also been part of NCC during his under graduation. He has completed his summer internship with Reserve Bank of India at Mumbai Head Office. He has also undergone few certification courses like Bloomberg Market concepts, Research Analyst, CCRA - Level 1.
Thank you for your valuable feedback
28 Jun 2018, 11.28 AM |
amarjeet saini
Well explained
28 Jun 2018, 12.37 PM
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Manjeet Saini
Manjeet Saini is 2nd year MBA(Banking & Finance) student at Symbiosis School Of Banking and Finance. He is a National level Badminton player and also been part of NCC during his under graduation. He has completed his summer internship with Reserve Bank of India at Mumbai Head Office. He has also undergone few certification courses like Bloomberg Market concepts, Research Analyst, CCRA - Level 1.
Thanks
28 Jun 2018, 03.04 PM |
Sushmita Mishra
I am currently pursuing my MBA from Symbiosis School of Banking and Finance, Pune.
Very well written. Keep posting some amazing stuff about your experience.
28 Jun 2018, 03.57 PM
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Manjeet Saini
Manjeet Saini is 2nd year MBA(Banking & Finance) student at Symbiosis School Of Banking and Finance. He is a National level Badminton player and also been part of NCC during his under graduation. He has completed his summer internship with Reserve Bank of India at Mumbai Head Office. He has also undergone few certification courses like Bloomberg Market concepts, Research Analyst, CCRA - Level 1.
Thanks for valuable feedback
28 Jun 2018, 04.02 PM |
Pinky Depale
Well written! Thanks for sharing your experience . Keep sharing & motivating us.
28 Jun 2018, 09.09 PM
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Manjeet Saini
Manjeet Saini is 2nd year MBA(Banking & Finance) student at Symbiosis School Of Banking and Finance. He is a National level Badminton player and also been part of NCC during his under graduation. He has completed his summer internship with Reserve Bank of India at Mumbai Head Office. He has also undergone few certification courses like Bloomberg Market concepts, Research Analyst, CCRA - Level 1.
Thanks
28 Jun 2018, 09.18 PM |
Saheli Golder
Very well written, covers up the entire experience. Keep writing more such good stuff
28 Jun 2018, 10.17 PM
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Manjeet Saini
Manjeet Saini is 2nd year MBA(Banking & Finance) student at Symbiosis School Of Banking and Finance. He is a National level Badminton player and also been part of NCC during his under graduation. He has completed his summer internship with Reserve Bank of India at Mumbai Head Office. He has also undergone few certification courses like Bloomberg Market concepts, Research Analyst, CCRA - Level 1.
Thanks for feedback
28 Jun 2018, 10.20 PM |
akansha sahay
Very nice article for any intern who wants to get exposure in banking sector
28 Jun 2018, 11.44 PM
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Manjeet Saini
Manjeet Saini is 2nd year MBA(Banking & Finance) student at Symbiosis School Of Banking and Finance. He is a National level Badminton player and also been part of NCC during his under graduation. He has completed his summer internship with Reserve Bank of India at Mumbai Head Office. He has also undergone few certification courses like Bloomberg Market concepts, Research Analyst, CCRA - Level 1.
Thanks
29 Jun 2018, 12.12 AM |
ashmika markale
Very well written!! Keep inspiring!! All the best for your future!
29 Jun 2018, 09.42 AM
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Manjeet Saini
Manjeet Saini is 2nd year MBA(Banking & Finance) student at Symbiosis School Of Banking and Finance. He is a National level Badminton player and also been part of NCC during his under graduation. He has completed his summer internship with Reserve Bank of India at Mumbai Head Office. He has also undergone few certification courses like Bloomberg Market concepts, Research Analyst, CCRA - Level 1.
Thanks for your words
29 Jun 2018, 09.44 AM |
sana kapoor
Amazing job !!!
29 Jun 2018, 11.09 AM
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Manjeet Saini
Manjeet Saini is 2nd year MBA(Banking & Finance) student at Symbiosis School Of Banking and Finance. He is a National level Badminton player and also been part of NCC during his under graduation. He has completed his summer internship with Reserve Bank of India at Mumbai Head Office. He has also undergone few certification courses like Bloomberg Market concepts, Research Analyst, CCRA - Level 1.
Thanks a lot
29 Jun 2018, 11.11 AM |
prince mishra
Good going brother.........hope you'll get all success in your life........ With best wishes....
29 Jun 2018, 02.37 PM
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Manjeet Saini
Manjeet Saini is 2nd year MBA(Banking & Finance) student at Symbiosis School Of Banking and Finance. He is a National level Badminton player and also been part of NCC during his under graduation. He has completed his summer internship with Reserve Bank of India at Mumbai Head Office. He has also undergone few certification courses like Bloomberg Market concepts, Research Analyst, CCRA - Level 1.
Thanks for your wishes
29 Jun 2018, 04.45 PM |
SONIA KADYAN
Good job ! Very Well written. Keep sharing & motivating everyone. This shall be very helpful for future aspirants. Goodluck for your future
30 Jun 2018, 04.08 PM
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Manjeet Saini
Manjeet Saini is 2nd year MBA(Banking & Finance) student at Symbiosis School Of Banking and Finance. He is a National level Badminton player and also been part of NCC during his under graduation. He has completed his summer internship with Reserve Bank of India at Mumbai Head Office. He has also undergone few certification courses like Bloomberg Market concepts, Research Analyst, CCRA - Level 1.
Thanks so much for your words
30 Jun 2018, 08.10 PM |
Aishwarrya Chakraverty
Quote: "Happiness doesn't depend on who you are or what you have; it depends solely upon what you THINK and how u REACT....". Dale Carnegie
Good write-up, covering the entire internship experience! Well written. Keep it up!
30 Jun 2018, 05.31 PM
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Manjeet Saini
Manjeet Saini is 2nd year MBA(Banking & Finance) student at Symbiosis School Of Banking and Finance. He is a National level Badminton player and also been part of NCC during his under graduation. He has completed his summer internship with Reserve Bank of India at Mumbai Head Office. He has also undergone few certification courses like Bloomberg Market concepts, Research Analyst, CCRA - Level 1.
Thank you
30 Jun 2018, 08.22 PM |
avantika kumari
Quite motivating Good job
1 Jul 2018, 10.04 AM
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Manjeet Saini
Manjeet Saini is 2nd year MBA(Banking & Finance) student at Symbiosis School Of Banking and Finance. He is a National level Badminton player and also been part of NCC during his under graduation. He has completed his summer internship with Reserve Bank of India at Mumbai Head Office. He has also undergone few certification courses like Bloomberg Market concepts, Research Analyst, CCRA - Level 1.
Thanks a lot
1 Jul 2018, 10.06 AM |