Internships Abroad

I would honestly recommend this experience to anyone who asked. From work to free time I had so much fun and such unique experiences. I interned with a company called Align Consultancy and Agency, a business to business sales company. I was the first intern they had that did calls and I was so glad that from day 1 they threw me into the deep end and made me make calls. It immediately boosted my confidence and I learnt much quicker. I do also want to say that although they pushed me right into the calls, they were always there to help and I never felt like I was abandoned to the work. The people at Align were also really fun and welcoming. If you have a chance I would highly recommend working with them. Now, for the free time. I consider myself very lucky to have the group I had. From those who arrived with me and those already there, everyone was so welcoming. I didn't have an issue with a single person and never felt left out. I was glad that there was another group that had been there before I arrived so they could show me around this city and all the best places to go out. I consider them all my friends and will do for years to come. You will meet new people and make new friends who without this experience you would never have ever interacted with. It will make you a more self confident person and give you memories you'll look back on forever. I will forever love Dublin and miss the people I met there.

When choosing where to spend my gap year, I wanted a place that would feel completely different from anywhere I had been before, while still offering meaningful learning opportunities. VACorps not only met those expectations but exceeded them. During my time in Cape Town, I was able to learn more about myself while also exploring my interest in medicine and gaining experiences I would not have had back home. Through my internship at a community-based healthcare setting, I had the opportunity to take part in hands-on learning, observe procedures, and engage with patients in a real clinical environment. These experiences helped me better understand what a future in medicine could look like. I also discovered that I am especially interested in more specialized and fast-paced areas within the field, particularly when working with children. Outside of the internship, the VACorps program organized weekly activities that allowed us to explore the city and learn more about the local culture. From outdoor adventures to community visits, these experiences made my time in Cape Town even more meaningful. I am incredibly grateful for this experience and how it has helped prepare me for both my future career and the next steps in my journey.