Deanna, International Development and Globalization, Forum of Federations, Tunisia, Morocco, Myanmar, Communications Intern.
In the Winter 2021 semester at the University of Ottawa, I have had to opportunity to work as a communications intern with the Forum of Federations. My position grants me the unique opportunity to work on a wide array of projects within our NGO that focus on implementation in different countries and communities. Through this, I have worked with colleagues from many sectors of our organization, spread across many countries and time zones. These collaborations have helped me develop my online communication skills and time management techniques, attributes I believe will be an asset in the fields of political relations and international development in which I hope to continue working.
Much of my work with the Forum has revolved around promoting and attending Forum and partner events, as well as writing reports and documents to accompany these. I have also been tasked with collecting and analyzing statistics on social media engagement and event participation. These are projects I was well prepared for through my education at the University of Ottawa, writing voluminous papers, effecting research, and collecting and analyzing data. I have also been able to hone a skill in media editing through the practice of this internship.
I believe these experiences will help me to further my practical skills set, as well as my knowledge and understanding of my field of study and the communities touched by projects in the international development domain. Overall, these experiences will help me to become a better employee in future work opportunities.