Understanding mathematics and statistics equips you with skills that can provide a strong foundation for any profession. Taking your mathematics or statistics studies abroad is an opportunity to work with numbers in a new environment and challenge the way you solve problems. Identify trends and discover relationships in consumer data in a new cultural context. Apply statistical methods to solve specific problems faced by people working in fields like economics, biology, and engineering. Learn about cutting-edge research in applied mathematics from professors and industry leaders in another country.
This internship enhanced both my professional toolkit—from project coordination to data-driven decision-making—and my cultural adaptability. I evolved from hesitating to speak in meetings to confidently contributing ideas, confirming my passion for Project and Product Management. The experience showed me I thrive in strategic, collaborative roles while teaching me the value of continuous learning.
This internship gave me profound insight into Chinese work culture, helping me understand my parents' professional lives in China—from navigating workplace hierarchies to balancing work-life boundaries in a culture where they're deeply intertwined. This firsthand experience not only strengthened my cultural roots but also prepared me for a career in international relations, where such cultural understanding is essential.
