My internship experience has instructed me to develop and apply each of ATCSW’s core values. This internship influences my career plans with the value that has supported me throughout the internship experience is that of community. I have interacted with many people, such as professionals, instructors, and community members. Consequently, I have acquired powerful attributes such as belonging, interdependence, and unity. I have also understood the importance of respecting and trusting others. The value of community has guided listening, serving, and meeting more people’s needs. The valuable skills I have learned while interning abroad I will apply them to my future.
My internship experience reinforced my core values and career plan. I have interacted with many people, professionals, and instructors – a support community. Consequently, I have acquired power attributes like belonging, interdependence, and unity. I also understand the importance and value of trusting and respecting others. The value of community is in guided listening, serving, and meeting people's needs – priceless skills that I will apply to my future.