1 - Why did you choose to complete an Internship?

I decided that I wanted to do an internship because I wanted to gain some knowledge about what specific field of work I want to go into after I graduate. Internships are a great way to start experiencing the working world without completely committing to a job before you know for certain that that is what you want to be doing for work. Being an intern allows you to see, and also engage in work happening first hand rather than just learning about it through textbooks. 

2 - What have you learned the most during your internship?

I think that overall my communication skills have improved dramatically. I was the kind of person that would jump to conclusions and want to answer some one’s question right away without completely hearing the whole question. So not I take the time to listen and ask confirming questions and then I think about how I can answer the question to the fullest.  

3 - What benefits do you feel AI contributed to your internship and time in Australia?

AI from the beginning made my internship experience better because I trusted that the internships that they would set me up with were safe and reputable. Every person that I have conversed with in AI has been very personable and helpful. If it weren’t for AI, I would not have been able to meet the wonderful people that I have in the program.

4 - What advice would you give future interns?

The best advice that I can give to future interns would have to be, take initiative. If there is something wrong or not going the way that you want, talk to someone about it. Also, make sure that you try and meet as many people as you can and immures yourself in the culture because you never know who you will meet and you never know the next the that you will be able to come back to where you are.

5 - What do you enjoy most about Australia?

What I have enjoyed most about Australia would have to be how diverse it is here. I have met so many people from all over the world and from many different backgrounds. It has been absolutely wonderful meeting new people and learning all about them and what makes them the person that they are. It has been a very pleasant surprise getting to know all the amazing people and cultures that Australia has to offer.