Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

How living and working abroad changed my life Past Review

By (Roma Tre University) - abroad from 06/13/2019 to 08/10/2019 with

IES Abroad: New York - Summer Internship

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I learned how to get out of my comfort zone and be more confident, especially in social situations. I learned the importance of working in a team and communicating if there are problems. I gained working experience that will allow me to pursue my career goals.

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? None

Review Your Program

* Overall educational experience

Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc.

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

* Food:

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

* Safety:

If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? Yes

IES found the perfect internship placement for me.

Finances

* Money: How easily were you able to live on a student's budget?

(1 = not very easy/$200+ on food & personal expenses/week, 2.5 = $100/week, 5 = very easily/minimal cost)

Language

* Did your program have a foreign language component? Yes
How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? Fluent
How would you rate your language skills at the end of the program? Fluent

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Other
* Who did you live with?

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  • Americans
  • International Students
* Who did you take classes with?

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  • Americans
  • International Students
About how many local friends did you make that you will likely keep in touch with?

A Look Back

* What did you like most about the program?
  • The internship
  • New York
  • Discovering a new culture
* What could be improved?
  • The housing
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? I wish I was more confident, so I could have faced the everyday challenges differently. However I gained self-confidence during the experience abroad.

Reasons For Studying Abroad

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The Networker
An active student leader, it was important for you to network abroad as well. Once overseas, you sought out student clubs, volunteered with local organizations, or attended community events. You encouraged your friends join you, and often considered how you could reflect your international experiences in a resume.