Evolving Leadership: Lessons from My DublinTown Internship

Before my internship experience at DublinTown, my leadership style was primarily independent and directive. I approached leadership with a strong focus on self-reliance, taking on a significant portion of the work myself and instructing others on what tasks they could independently perform to contribute towards the collective goal. This method was rooted in my belief…

Midway Madrid Update

Officially more than half way through the program at the time of this blog post and the first month has gone by very quickly. This week especially was quick and very fun. Over the weekend I took a trip to Morocco right after work on Friday. It was nice to be able to leave Madrid…

Navigating the Nuances

As a digital marketing intern at DublinTown in Dublin, Ireland, I have had the enriching experience of immersing myself in a culture distinct from my own in the US. While this opportunity has broadened my horizons and provided invaluable professional growth, it has also presented certain challenges, particularly in adapting to the different communication styles…

Practicing Patience & Persistence in Prague

Ahoj everyone! Hope you are all doing well. The first week at PSA BDP was an incredible experience as this real-world application is building upon my classroom knowledge, previous supply chain internship with Eaton Corporation, and my international internship in Tel Aviv. This international logistics perspective combines the international perspective and agility I learned to…

Sorry, I Can’t Eat Pork: Madrid Week 4

Okay, recovery time. The majority of Spain has been easy, if not enjoyable, to get used to. The architecture, a blend of Renaissance and urban, is beautiful to walk through. The prevalence of public transportation means I can travel the city cheaply, conveniently, and safely. The people are friendly and treat me like I’m part…

Embracing the Unknown

As a digital marketing intern at DublinTown in Ireland, my experience has been both enriching and challenging. The nature of my role has granted me a significant amount of freedom, which has its own set of benefits and drawbacks. One of the primary sources of uncertainty I encounter stems from vague directions and the broad…

Effective Time Management as a Digital Marketing Intern

Managing time effectively during an internship, especially in a dynamic role like a digital marketing intern at DublinTown, requires a strategic approach to prioritization and task management. My daily schedule runs from 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM, and my weekly responsibilities include filming footage of local Dublin businesses, editing and posting content on social media,…

See you soon, Prague!

Hi! My name is Ruby Germack and I am from Brooklyn, New York. I am an upcoming junior at the University of Pittsburgh. I am pursuing a major in Marketing with minors in Economics and Italian, as well as a certificate in International Business. Coming into college, I was unsure of what I wanted to…

About Angelina!

Hi! My name is Angelina and I am from Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, about five hours east of the University of Pittsburgh! I am going to be a junior in the Fall and am majoring in business with specific interests in finance and accounting. During my time at Pitt, I work at HERE Pittsburgh apartments where I…