Dublin days are over

I can’t believe I’m finally home after being away in Europe for almost two months! Reflecting on everything I’ve done during that time, I am immensely grateful for all the experiences I had. I feel like I have grown so much from this program, both personally and professionally. When it comes to my internship, I have…

Final Goodbyes

It is officially time to go home after eight weeks in Dublin, and I simply cannot believe that it is over. This time has flew by tremendously, and I have so many mixed feelings about it. I am excited to go home, see my family, and get back to my normal routine, however, I am…

One More Week to Go in Dublin!

There is only one week left in Ireland, and I have so many mixed emotions. I am excited to see everyone back home and return to my routine, however, I am going to miss so many things here. I absolutely love my roommates and the friends I have made, and I will really miss being…

A New Appreciation for Dublin

Hey everyone! It’s crazy to think that there are only two more weeks left in the program! Time has flown by so fast, and it’s a bittersweet feeling knowing I’ll be heading home soon. I have been trying to use my time wisely and take advantage of this experience as much as I can, so…

Developing Skills in Dublin

When thinking about my experience in Dublin so far, I realize how it has helped me improve overall. When it comes to my internship, I believe it has aided me in developing my soft skills and hard skills in the workplace. Besides that, these past few weeks have also made me more independent and outgoing,…

Adapting to the Workplace in Ireland

Hi everyone! The time in Dublin has gone by so fast, and it is now the beginning of week four of my internship. It is crazy to think that we’re practically halfway through this entire program. Besides doing my internship during the week, some friends and I went to the UCD theater and saw the…

Navigating Uncertainty….. and Spain!

It is officially week three of my internship in Dublin, and I have been really enjoying my time here. I am starting to settle in greatly at my job, and I have been trying to take advantage of being abroad and all of the opportunities that it holds. Since my last blog post, I have…

Managing Life in Dublin

This week marks the beginning of my second week as an intern, and my third week in Dublin overall. So far, my time in Dublin has been incredibly enjoyable, and I’m looking forward to what comes next. I’ve been dedicating a lot of time to exploring the city and its numerous attractions, while also taking…

Getting Settled in Dublin

After spending my first week in Dublin, I can already feel myself starting to settle in and get the hang of navigating the city. I’m gradually getting better at understanding how everything works here, from mastering the bus system to picking up on local social norms. The initial couple of days required some adjustment, mostly…