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What I enjoyed most about this internship is the opportunity to contribute to work that has a clear and meaningful social impact. This made the work feel purposeful rather than purely task-driven. I especially valued the collaborative discussions with my supervisor. Knowing that the materials we create could directly support and empower women in difficult situations made the experience particularly rewarding. This internship strengthened my empathy and cultural awareness. I became more aware of how social, cultural, and economic factors influence personal decision-making, especially regarding sensitive topics like marriage and financial independence. This helped me grow in emotional intelligence and adaptability. Professionally, I gained experience in program design and curriculum brainstorming, improved my ability to communicate clearly in a remote environment, and developed stronger critical thinking skills when tailoring ideas to specific communities. I am also learning the importance of patience and long-term thinking in nonprofit and educational work, where impact is not always immediate but requires strategic planning and collaboration.

The remote Developmental Psychology internship shaped me greatly in my personal and career development, giving me ample opportunities to develop my skills in communication, efficiency in an online environment, and professionalism. I became more knowledgable in my future career field, and made meaningful connections throughout my time with my host organization.

Working with my supervisor was a wonderful experience despite the timezone difference. I am very grateful to have been able to spend my time researching on the topic of youth mental health and helping combat mindsets of domestic abuse from a young age. I am sure the experience has tremendously prepared me for my future career in Psychology where similar working ethics and research styles will come in handy.