Summary: Barcelona Study Abroad Experience

I am a first generation student in my family. Taking the first initiative to come to Western Illinois University was a challenge already because neither parents nor older sister attended college. It was even harder to decide to do my internship aboard because I did not know the complete process. I had to seek help academically and financially to be able to even think about interning abroad. The impact I foresee this abroad experience will have on me is that I will grow as an individual and learn that there are a variety of opportunities. I had to be able to seek them on my own in order for me to be successful. I will meet new people that will become my role models, which would give me more motivation and commitment to my long-term goal. Another …show more content…
The SAE program is exceptional that I can customize the internship. It ranges from six to twelve weeks long depending on the hours I need for my internship credits hours at my home institution Western Illinois University. I feel confident that this option will give me the ability to improve a professional portfolio, enhance my resumé, increase professional network internationally, and gain different communication skills. The SAE works extensive in matching the individual with a site. This is important to me because I will be assured with a company based on my specific needs determined by my aspirations and goals. Having the guarantee that I will be placed into a program of my choice motivates me to attend this program. My ultimate career goal is to go to physical therapy school; SAE will allow me to strengthen my graduate school application. Additionally, they provide housing for the duration of the program. The SAE made their housing included with the total cost, which made me, feel more financially calm due to money being a

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