Current Tufts student Thawanda Malambo shared the following about being a Summer Intern at Innovations for Poverty Action …
What did you do as an intern at this organization?
I Conducted research in order to analyze prominent factors that led to low Economic output in Zambia in the last 5 years.
I designed and Implemented a research data tracking system that enabled my team to effectively track their research data
I wrote reports on the research and presented to senior management.
How did you find this internship?
A former workmate told me about the opportunity.
What did you enjoy most about your internship?
Definitely the experience. I learned a lot about research and some of the economic struggles my country is facing. I also enjoyed meeting new people and learning about their experiences and different career paths
What did you find challenging?
Working with data can sometimes get very challenging if it’s not properly organized. I had to read a lot of materials and keep track of a lot of data.
What advice would you offer to someone who wants to make the most of an internship like yours?
Try not to procrastinate the work. Most times you are given tasks to do on your own and it’s very easy to leave it for later but it piles up quickly and you don’t want to rush through your work.
About the Organization
Innovations for Poverty Action
Innovations for Poverty Action (IPA) is a research and policy nonprofit that creates and shares evidence, while equipping decision-makers to use evidence to reduce poverty. With a long-term presence in 22 countries in Africa, Asia, and Latin America, IPA leads the field of development in cutting-edge research quality, innovation, and impact.
