Marafiki Africa

Business Consultant Intern

August 2019 • Arusha Chini, Kilimanjaro Region

What I liked

I loved the way we were integrated into the culture and people of Tanzania. The experience was one-of-a-kind, and allowed me to work in an environment extremely out of my comfort zone. Marafiki did everything possible to assure a positive experience. I learned so much, not only from the other interns, but those we were helping, and the Tanzanian staff.

What I wish was different

I wouldn't really change a thing. I feel the experience was very authentic, and the Marafiki team did everything possible to make the space and time inclusive as much as possible.

Advice

Come in with an open mind. Your perspective can be very different to that of someone from around the world, so the internship was not just a chance to consult, but to learn.

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International business consultant

July - August 2019 • Arusha Chini, Kilimanjaro Region

What I liked

I loved being able to learn about international business while helping develop small business owners. We were able to have one on one interactions with the people there which I really enjoyed.

What I wish was different

Advice

Be okay with camping! If you are, it's an incredible, life changing experience.

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Assistant Program Director

March - May 2018 • Arusha Chini, Kilimanjaro Region

What I liked

I loved being able to apply business principals I have been learned in school to solve real life problems for business owners in Africa while also refining my skills in communicating and providing consulting experience.

What I wish was different

I wish we had more time to make more of an impact, but the organizations relies on multiple sessions throughout the summer to keep the work rolling since everyone is volunteering their time and money to be there.

Advice

Do as much as you can to be as involved as you can in the organization. It needs everyone to step up as leaders and to take initiative to help the organization achieve its goals.

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