In the functioning of a startup, every member of the team assumes a key-role and become responsible for their own self, as opposed to large corporations and other institutions, where one's work remains confined to a limited domain. 

A spell of working in a startup, even for a brief period, helps one realize their sense of responsibility and hone their leadership qualities. Moreover, one gets to see the functioning of the entire entity, as the team involved in a startup is limited to few individuals alone. 

Lack of technical skills, besides experience, is the main barrier for entry to core-sector internships, especially for students in their first year. In such a situation, interning at a startup might serve not only as a learning experience, but also an opportunity to leverage their other skills.