The community
Working with people
Opportunities I was given
What I wish was different
Communication between departments is getting better but needs work
Advice
A wonderful work environment
Great leadership
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Tour Guide
May - September 2019 • Charlottesville, VA
What I liked
My co-workrs were wonderful and the job gave me an opportunity to practice researching and presenting my historical findings.
What I wish was different
Advice
Even if you have a fear of public speaking, apply! It helped me get over mine.
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Intern, Marketing and Special Events
June - August 2018 • Charlottesville, VA
What I liked
I liked that I got to participate in the various high profile events that they hosted such as the Juneteenth Celebration and the 4th of July Naturalization Ceremony where I got to meet a lot of people and help the organizations form connections with the surrounding community
What I wish was different
I wish that seen more diversity. I could tell that things were changing through their selection of their board members and their tours' approach to topics such as slavery, but it still was lacking.
Advice
I would tell someone to be flexible. Especially during events, it's important not to get flustered when things are not going according to plan.
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Garden Intern
May - August 2018 • Charlottesville, VA
What I liked
I liked learning about horticulture by working in gardens that Thomas Jefferson once designed and used. I liked interacting with the patrons and my fellow colleagues.
What I wish was different
I had a perfect experience at Monticello. I do not wish anything to be different.
Advice
This internship was not easy. It required a lot of physical work. However, the experience was completely amazing and one that I will never forget.
