Sharon of IFS R&D International Pvt Ltd

This session focused on guiding students in preparing professional and industry-aligned CVs. The speaker provided structured insights into resume formatting, presenting technical and soft skills effectively, avoiding common mistakes, and tailoring applications to meet recruiter expectations in competitive internship and job markets.

Recording Link - https://drive.google.com/file/d/1dq2HMk8YIIju9BwnvhRqg4IBcoArThfs/view?usp=sharing

Biography:

Mr. Sharon Fernando is a Lead Talent Acquisition professional at IFS R&D International with over 7 years of industry experience in recruitment and talent development. He specializes in identifying high-potential candidates and guiding graduates on aligning their profiles with industry expectations. Through his expertise in recruitment processes, he has supported numerous candidates in successfully preparing for internships and professional roles.

Address:Colombo, Sri Lanka, Sri Lanka

Disura of Thomson Reuters

This session focused on preparing students for technical interviews in the IT and software industry. The speaker discussed problem-solving approaches, coding interview expectations, real-world technical assessments, and strategies for performing confidently during live coding and system-based interviews.

Recording Link - https://drive.google.com/file/d/1upRZWgRsabArMqCxRjWfjKXdYlKYg9Y9/view?usp=sharing

Biography:

Mr. Disura Warusawithana is a Senior Software Engineer at Thomson Reuters with strong expertise in software development, system design, and scalable application engineering. He has hands-on experience in building high-performance solutions within enterprise-level environments and contributing to global technology platforms.

With practical exposure to technical recruitment processes and coding assessments, he brings valuable insights into industry expectations for aspiring software engineers. Through mentoring and knowledge-sharing initiatives, he actively supports undergraduates in strengthening their technical problem-solving skills and preparing effectively for competitive technical interviews.

Address:Colombo, Sri Lanka, Sri Lanka

Chanukah of IFS R&D International Pvt Ltd

This session emphasized behavioral interview techniques, communication strategies, and confidence building. The speaker introduced structured answering methods such as scenario-based responses and highlighted how candidates can effectively demonstrate leadership, teamwork, and problem-solving experiences during HR interviews.

Recording Link - https://drive.google.com/file/d/1HOCfhB_tuhgMnGAtvqn6DzCNeciGHUe2/view?usp=sharing

Biography:

Ms. Chanukah Gunawardane is a Human Resources professional at IFS R&D International with extensive experience in talent acquisition and behavioral assessment. She specializes in evaluating candidate competencies, communication skills, and cultural alignment during recruitment processes.

With hands-on involvement in screening, interviewing, and mentoring undergraduate and graduate applicants, she brings valuable insights into industry expectations and professional conduct. Through her expertise in behavioral interviewing techniques, she has guided numerous students in confidently presenting their experiences and strengths during HR interviews.

Address:Colombo, Sri Lanka, Sri Lanka

Pramodya of SLT Mobitel (Pvt) Ltd

This session focused on technical recruitment processes within the telecommunications and software sectors. The speaker discussed industry expectations, technical assessment formats, and preparation techniques for practical and scenario-based interview questions.

Recording Link - https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hzlFbIaLC3hNGadFC8gaPHi-MeaMnKe8/view?usp=sharing

Biography:

Ms. Pramodya Senanayake is a Senior Manager at Packet Core Networks at SLT-Mobitel, with extensive expertise in telecommunications network architecture and technical operations. She has significant experience in managing large-scale network infrastructure and leading technical initiatives within enterprise environments.

Through her professional experience in the telecommunications sector, she brings valuable insights into real-world engineering practices, industry standards, and technical recruitment expectations. Her guidance supports undergraduates in strengthening their technical competencies and preparing effectively for technical interviews in competitive industry settings.

Address:Colombo, Sri Lanka, Sri Lanka