First impressions are undoubtedly important. After all, it only takes 10 seconds for someone to get a feel for who you are. The Knowing Your Mentor handout, details the proper way for one to meet a professional in the real world; for example, enthusiasm and confidence are key aspects when presenting yourself. It is important to show your willingness to learn and grow. In addition, before meeting your mentor, you should think about what you expect from your mentor and the possible responsibilities your mentor would expect from you. Personally, I hope my mentor will be willing to answer any questions I might have and guide me through the daily challenges an engineer might face. On the other hand, I understand my mentor will expect me to be on time and dressed appropriately.
Furthermore, the First Impressions Podcast emphasizes the importance of remembering the names and duties of all the people you come in contact with. It is important to distance yourself from the "office gossip" so you do not get mixed up in any drama. Additionally, dressing professionally everyday is a must, even on casual days, on the chance that you could possibly meet the CEO or manager. As a part of this internship program, I hope to gain real-life engineering experience and leadership skills. I hope to expand my knowledge in the science field and gain advice when making the next step out of high school. To make sure I take full advantage of this internship, I will make sure I ask questions when I am confused or curious and I will arrive early so that timing does not become an issue. In addition, this internship will allow me to experience the real-life challenges of an engineer, which will ultimately guide me into choosing the right career field. It will allow me to understand the position of a leader as opposed to a follower. Overall, being accepted into the Honors Mentorship Program is an honor and I hope to make the most out of this opportunity!
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Divya B.High School Intern at a biomedical engineering company called Aziyo Biologics Archives
May 2018
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