Assistant to the Deputy Under Secretary International Trade Administration
May - August 2018 • Washington, DC
What I liked
I had a lot of independence to work on a variety of projects and many mentors.
What I wish was different
I wish it was easier to get things done in government.
Advice
It’s what you make of it and you have to be independent, motivated, and self-sufficient to work here.
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Intern in Office of Digital Initiatives
June - August 2018 • Washington, DC
What I liked
Working with interesting material about global trade
Flexibility in working schedule (ability to telework)
What I wish was different
More collaboration, or interaction with other interns in the office
Advice
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International Trade Intern
June - August 2018 • Boston, MA
What I liked
I enjoyed the variety of the projects and the ability to have input on what I worked on. I also enjoyed being able to meet with local clients to discuss their business needs with the trade specialists in the office.
What I wish was different
There were times when I wished I was working on a different industry area, but it was very dependent on the needs of MA companies.
Advice
Definitely ask questions of people and check in to see if you can work on different projects. The office environment is extremely supportive.
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Research Fellow
May 2018 • Gaithersburg, MD
What I liked
Research experience working in the Center for Nanoscale Science and Technology at NIST on nanoscale microfluidic devices for multi-organ systems. Ability to develop my own research project.
What I wish was different
Ability to carry the same project into consecutive fellowships
Advice
Look for internships EARLY- many summer applications close right after the New Year begins (January).
