10 iPad Applications You Must Have as an Intern

So I have recently bought an iPad mini and I’m already addicted to it. 

I have to admit, my iPad Mini is my very best friend and is always by my side. I really would recommend you to buy one, once you have the money (cause I know, you’re a hard-working student). It’s not just a toy, it’s a useful, handy, amusing toy and a great investment, obviously!

I would like to share 10 applications (which I use daily as an intern at Showpad) with you and I’ll explain why you’ve got to have them:

1. Flipboard 

Fliboard is your own social magazine, only with the latest articles that concern you. I have decided to get information about the latest world news, photography, traveling, music & movies and technology.  On top of that, the newsfeed from my facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn-account are also combined and stored in the magazine-like app. What more can you ask for? You get all the information you want, in one central place! 5 minutes to spare? That’s enough to be up-to-date with the latest news, social media updates & trends. 

By the way: Apple calls Flipboard the iPad app of the year. 

2. Evernote

I know, internships can be very chaotic. You have 10 tasks at once, where to begin? Well, I begin with storing my tasks in my Evernote. It’s an easy tool to remember all your tasks and assignments. I’m using photos and notes, so it’s like a handy mind map.  

3. Calenmob

What would you do without an agenda? This Google calendar app is simple, clean and gives you a good overview.  Most important, you don’t need Internet connection. All changes will be synced back to your Google account the next time you connect.

4.  Dropbox

Am I the only one who once sent emails to myself? I don’t think so. Dropbox is a free service that stores your photos, docs & videos anywhere! And sharing has never been so easy. I use it mainly to send large files and to share documents with colleagues or other students.

5. LinkedIn - Facebook – Twitter 

Guys, we are generation Y! We grew up with social media, you have to have at least an account on LinkedIn, Facebook & Twitter. Look what you’re friends and colleagues are up to!

LinkedIn is a must have app for interns and especially for graduates. It’s the ideal opportunity to get to know your colleagues. Another thing I like, is to follow group discussions and of course, your own company. Don’t forget to upgrade your account with the role you fulfil in your company and your new competences. You’ll see, this will generate more visitors on your account. And if you’re lucky, one of those visitors will be your future boss.

By the way, there’s a big chance you’ll come into contact with all these social network sites at your internship. You’ve been warned! 

6. Spotify

 No radio at your internship? Too quiet? Too noisy? Bad music? Lack of concentration? 

Only one solution: Spotify. It’s a digital music service that gives you access to millions of songs. If you’re in a bad mood, please don’t show it to your boss, but instead of that, listen to hardcore or whatever you guys listen to when you’re in a bad mood.

7. Cloud on

Most of us are used to work with Microsoft office. Cloud On puts Microsoft office on your favorite devices and provides access to the files you already stored in Dropbox. I’m a huge fan cause I’m a pro at working with Word. 

8.  Beautiful Weather 

You wouldn’t want to go to office with scarf and hat when it’s 25 degrees, wouldn't you? Just download the weather application, which gives you a great overview of the weather today, the following days and the weather in the whole world. So, if you do show up with a little dress when it’s 5 degrees, it’s obvious you want to impress your colleague. Got you! It’s a beautiful app with great animation! 

9. Paper by FiftyThree

I see the light, I come up with a great idea BUT… Gosh, I don’t have paper or pen with me! And while I’m searching for it, I forget my awesome idea, which is just great… That’s why this application is perfect! I can write down my idea, I can draw my idea and make a sketch. 

10.   Last but not least: SHOWPAD 

Showpad is the best sales and presentation tool for your iPad. It’s very useful, even for  you as an intern. Store your internship reports, week schedules & thesis information in one central place. You can even make notes on it. Introduce it to your team, maybe they’re  interested and they will be grateful  you helped them to increase their sales effectiveness.  Just give it a try and sign up for the 30-day free trial! 

Extra: Confidence Fitness Virtual Trainer

If you have a company like mine, where you have the big choice between different kinds of candy, cookies and soft drinks, there’s a chance you’ll gain weight. So meet Daniel, your personal trainer who will give you insights into getting the best results from your training.

Oh, have I already mentioned that all these applications are for free?

So I hope there are some apps you like. Don’t forget that this is the future.

1. Flipboard:http://flipboard.com/
2. Evernote:http://evernote.com/intl/nl/
3. Calenmob:https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/calenmob-google-calendar-client/id514917848?mt=8
4. Dropbox:https://www.dropbox.com
5. LinkedIn:http://www.linkedin.com/                     Facebook:http://www.facebook.com/
   Twitter:https://twitter.com/
6. Spotify:https://www.spotify.com
7. Cloud on:http://site.cloudon.com/
8. Beautiful weather for iPad:https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/beautiful-weather-for-ipad/id421110714?mt=8
9. Paper by FiftyThree:http://www.fiftythree.com/paper
10. Showpad: http://www.showpad.com/signup/
11. Confidence Fitness Virtual Trainer:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/confidence-fitness-virtual/id578812664?mt=8

What are your favorite iPad apps? Please leave a comment. 

Author 
Brett Dufort - Application Inspiration
Student Digital Marketing at Ehsal Management school - ehsaldmc

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