Everyone at the National MS Society is so purpose-driven, which aligned perfectly with my goals for this internship. They encouraged me to come out of my shell and I was able to learn many new skills involving development that I hadn't even considered before. The Society helps you network with other professionals and interns and really encourages you to get what you want out of the internship.
What I wish was different
Nothing! It was a fantastic experience.
Advice
Put yourself out there and make connections during your time here! Everyone is so friendly and wants to connect with you and offer advice. Also keep an open mind to learning new skills and new experiences, which you will certainly get here!
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Internal Communications Intern
September - December 2023 • Denver, CO
What I liked
I liked several aspects of the internship and have narrowed down three.
The staff is the first major point which I wanted to address and the most important section as the staff can make or break an internship. My supervisor was fantastic and my interactions with various staff were extremely welcoming and inclusive. All my exchanges furthered my understanding of the company, and everyone was eager to help me. Additionally, intern coordinators often asked what they could do to improve our experiences.
The second major point is the work and responsibilities which I was tasked with. Jobs varied in importance and were based upon my competency and progress in previous tasks. My supervisor was very diligent in constantly providing me with new challenges but enough support where I never felt overwhelmed by my responsibilities.
The third point of importance is opportunities. The Society provided me with so many occasions to further my professional learning. I did not expect such support and generosity in tailoring this experience based upon my skills, hopes, and expectations.
What I wish was different
There were very few sections which I would change about my internship. However, there is one aspect which I wish was different.
The onboarding process and training modules which were required but were not specifically made for interns: I had to read through lengthy information unrelated to me but could be very useful if joining the company after the duration of the internship.
Advice
The one piece of advice I would give is to not be afraid of making mistakes. When I made mistakes, everyone was very gracious and helped me understand how to course-correct. Such instances raised my confidence level and allowed me to conduct my best work possible.
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Bike MS
May - August 2023 • Phoenix, AZ
What I liked
I enjoyed how passionate my team was for MS - it has inspired me during my job search before and after graduation. The Society cares for not only those impacted by MS, but takes great care of employees. They provided an opportunity of a lifetime while making sure I got the experience I needed for after graduation. The Society provides a positive, inclusive and welcoming workplace environment.
