WHAT UGA STUDENTS ARE SAYING ABOUT "INTERN FOR A DAY"

"Every single person I met with was incredibly knowledgeable and welcoming. I really learned about the many facets of the National Park Service and discovered what direction I might like to take with them. It is likely that additional career experiences will result from this Intern For A Day arrangement. Overall, it was incredibly rewarding." -Ashley

"Everyone at Rodl was extremely interested in meeting and sharing their experiences in the accounting field with us. Even to the point of highlighting advantages of working outside of Rodl. Additionally, the Rodl associates genuinely wanted to field our questions. I was pleasantly surprised when particular individuals asked specific questions about and related their experience with the information in my resume." -Christopher

"At the EPA I was able to shadow a couple of scientists performing an experiment involving metabolism. This experience gave me an opportunity to observe lab work outside of the science labs I have taken at UGA." -Matthew

"By doing the Intern For A Day, several of my questions about a career in accounting, as well as the recruiting process were answered." -Jandi

"I am so thankful for the opportunity to talk with individuals that did nonprofit work with children and  the impact they had on others lives. I think giving me the opportunity to see other ways to work with students outside the classroom and has broadened my choices in relation to my future goals." –Jewelin

"I enjoyed being in the atmosphere that I want to work in the future. I really appreciate that it was so easy for me to be placed in an area that fit my interests, and I am very grateful to both the Intern For A Day program and my host." -Holly

"I enjoyed the opportunity to shadow individuals within different areas of the insurance industry while still being at one company. The employees were very helpful in answering my questions about their job duties.  Overall, it was a great experience and I hope to Intern For A Day again next year." -Scott

"I enjoyed working in an environment where people truly loved their job. My sponsors for the day were outgoing and passionate about their respective roles within the company. They did their job for the hardworking young people of the C5 Youth Foundation of Georgia. Their love for the kids shone through their work, and made working for them that much more enjoyable." -Lindsey

"Signing up for the Intern for a Day program was easy and worthwhile. The job shadow definitely opened up a possible career at the FDA. Thank you Career Center for having this program; it is a good resource to know more about career opportunities." -Michelle

"This is my second year participating in the Intern For A Day program, and I have enjoyed each experience. Every experience fuels me more in the direction of my career choice." -Alex

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