Current student Emilia Nathan shared the following about being an intern at Massachusetts Executive Office of Health and Human Services (MassHealth)…
How did you find this internship?
I found my internship through Handshake during a Tufts Virtual Career Fair!
What did you enjoy most about your internship?
The part of my internship I enjoyed the most was learning from my fellow interns and supervisors! The team I was on heavily emphasized mentorship, so I was able to constantly engage with my leaders and simultaneously assist my peers with their projects!
What did you find challenging?
I was initially challenged by the fact that my internship was conducted fully remotely. However, this allowed me to concentrate on making meaningful connections virtually and reaching out to individuals I might not have had the opportunity to connect with had I been working in person!
What advice would you offer to someone who wants to make the most of an internship like yours?
I would advise them to take initiative throughout their internship to build networks of support and professional connections! During my internship, I chose to coordinate a weekly meeting for the interns on my team where we could ask questions, contribute to ongoing projects, and foster a remarkable sense of community. Our weekly meetings ended up being one of the most rewarding components of my internship this summer!
