Entry #8

Date: 7/29/19
Activities: Last day, VBS organization and execution
Technical Information: None
Reflection: Beside technical skills, I have learned a lot about myself and what I want in my career. I have always wanted to be a teacher, but I knew that there are other occupations and tasks that I can see myself doing for a career. I have done DECA through high school, placed, and really excelled in that environment. Because of this, I could see myself working in a real-world business setting and doing really well doing that using my skills. This internship has let me actually put that idea to life in a business. I faced problems that businesses face on the daily, things they do frequently, strategies, etc. More specifically I learned that I can do really well in a flexible, open work environment. The relaxed feel that the church office had was comforting and it felt very natural and easy to carry out my day-to-day tasks. I have learned also that I do not work the best when given detail work-in the sense that I take my time on every thing, even if it's rather small. This hurt me when I realized I had a deadline to meet, and was spending too much time doing the little things that weren't on the final product. But, I have done better as I've gained experience in working efficiently and effectively.

Day-By-Day:
On Monday, it was my last day and also the start of VBS (Vacation Bible School). VBS is a big deal at the church, and there is a very large number of kids who participate in it. The kids followed along to some songs and easy games, and it was fun helping out in any way I can, even if it wasn't so technical. Then after the kids left around lunch I headed back to the office and gave my thank you notes and gifts to my supervisors. It was sad to see this internship come to an end! I also explained where I left off on my projects so they had a smooth transition when I left.