Interning for the Capital City: a summer of learning

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  • Interning for the Capital City: a summer of learning
    Interning for the Capital City: a summer of learning
  • Interning for the Capital City: a summer of learning
    Interning for the Capital City: a summer of learning
  • AUSTIN ADVENTURE As thrilled as I was to get started in my new role, being away from home this summer after a full semester in Austin felt daunting. However, the experiences and valuable skills I have gained over the summer as an intern have reassured me that I made the correct decision for myself and my career. | COURTESY PHOTOS
    AUSTIN ADVENTURE As thrilled as I was to get started in my new role, being away from home this summer after a full semester in Austin felt daunting. However, the experiences and valuable skills I have gained over the summer as an intern have reassured me that I made the correct decision for myself and my career. | COURTESY PHOTOS

    YELENA SERRATO | HESPERIAN-BEACON

    like no other. Rather than packing my bags and following the country roads that would lead me back home, I accepted an undergraduate internship position with the City of Austin in their Community Engagement Division Office.

    As thrilled as I was to get started in my new role, being away from home this summer after a full semester in Austin felt daunting. However, the…