Some soft skills that I have developed so far include time management, communication, and problem-solving abilities. Coming into the internship, I was not sure how the work I would be doing would be framed. After the first day, I realized that instead of having daily tasks to complete, I had one big project that I…
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Halfway There!
Before landing in Seoul, I had an idea of what Korean culture and living would be like, but I wasn’t completely prepared for actually living inside a culture that’s so different from my own. Now, being a month into the program, I can honestly say the hardest parts of adjusting haven’t been the big, obvious…
Adjusting to My Internship
One of the greatest uncertainties I’ve dealt with in my internship has been the structure of my assignments. At school, everything is spelled out for you. On day one of the semester, you get a syllabus that tells you exactly what chapters to read, when the homework is due, and what you need to do…
Managing Life in Seoul
At first, the idea of living and working in an entirely new city with a completely different culture overwhelmed me. South Korea’s fast-paced startup environment is one that totally differs from what I’m used to back home. Additionally, with this being my first real internship experience, I was anxious about what the structure would be…
Week 1 – Assessing the Industry Environment
My company is focused on the technology and AI industry, specifically focusing on technology commercialization, innovation intelligence, and strategic decision-support solutions. My company, WeInteract Inc., is a startup company that has created a digital platform for innovators, researchers, and businesses to analyze information, allowing them to find opportunities and make better strategic decisions when it…
My Journey to Seoul Korea!
ABOUT ME Hi everyone! My name is Maya McGann, and I am a rising junior at the University of Pittsburgh. I am majoring in finance with an interest in the investment side of the industry, particularly in asset management and private equity. This summer, I am beyond excited to spend eight weeks in Seoul, Korea,…
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