This study abroad I wanted to get a bigger picture of opportunities of things I could do post-undergrad, as well as see if being involved with laboratory work would be something I would be interested in. This internship has been able to influence my career plans, as now I can see what other people have chosen to do in the lab and follow this path myself. I was impressed by the amount of respect the country presents itself – hospitality from locals wherever I went, people willing to talk and listen, kindness, safety, and overall, just a great feeling.
I wanted a bigger picture of the opportunities after graduation as well as to see if laboratory work would be something I'd be interested in. This internship has influenced my career plans as now I can see what other people have chosen to do in the lab, and I can follow this path myself.