Get some industry exposure; without it, you’re doing yourself a disservice and putting yourself at a massive disadvantage when you try and enter the job market. You’ll find that industry experience alongside your studies will also make your coursework easier.
As a Junior Logistics and Site Engineer, my day can include monitoring and checking site deliveries to make sure the correct materials are received and set down.
In my opinion, the importance of an internship lies in the career that you ultimately want to pursue. If your future career demands experience, then taking on internships is the right thing to do.
The most exciting part is definitely having almost unlimited access to everything around the Airport, from critical power and communication centres around the Airport area, MIQ facilities, and also the taxiways and runways themselves.