Current Tufts student Chloe Holder shared the following about being a Summer Intern at Greater Grove Hall Main Streets …
What did you do as an intern at this organization?
I researched urban agriculture options that could be implemented in Grove Hall, as well as their pros and cons and varying case studies, and put my research into a powerpoint presentation for my supervisor to present to urban planners, and a guidebook for the community and urban planners to read.
How did you find this internship?
Through the Environmental Studies Department Newsletter
What did you enjoy most about your internship?
I liked the flexibility of the hours and the ability to work on my own schedule.
What did you find challenging?
I sometimes felt like I didn’t have enough direction or know exactly what I was supposed to be working on or when it should be completed.
What advice would you offer to someone who wants to make the most of an internship like yours?
I recommend reflecting over which aspects you enjoy and which aspects were more challenging or frustrating so you can keep them in mind going forward with your career search.
About the Organization
Greater Grove Hall Main Streets
Greater Grove Hall Main Streets partners with the City of Boston, private businesses and community stakeholders to improve the economic vitality of the Greater Grove Hall area such that residents can enjoy the benefits of development without displacement.
