I was hesitant to apply to be a writing intern for the Department of Veterans Affairs Digital Media Engagement Team (DME), mostly because I am a multi-event athlete on my college’s track and field team. Recollections of 7 a.m. lifts, two-hour afternoon practices and all-day weekend meets ran through my head as I read about […]
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The Digital Media Engagement (DME) team has grown immensely since I started as an intern in 2019. Each year, new departments are added, and the jobs can differ, making it hard for a potential applicant to know what opportunity might best suit them. Here are my tips for figuring out what department is best for
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As a first-time intern and in a virtual setting, no less—I was nervous about what my experience at the DME would be like. At the start of my internship, I felt overwhelmed, lost and unsure of how to maneuver through the program. However, as I adjusted to the virtual environment, I learned some essential lessons
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It’s helpful to begin your internship with realistic and practical expectations. 1. The Learning Curve. Like most new experiences, expect there to be a learning curve. As you go through training, you will review detailed materials about rules and processes. At first, it may seem a bit overwhelming, but as you begin writing, the pieces
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