I cannot believe that today is my last working day at
AutoCom. It still feels like yesterday when I first drove down Woodward, guided
by Google maps, driven crazy by the American traffic as well as the Michigan
left, and being so excited to start my internship. This was my first working
experience in the field of Marketing and PR; I was not sure what I had to
expect.
During the first weeks Niko and Merle were still in the
office and patiently explained to me all my duties and the company culture. After
they left, I was the only intern for some weeks. Merle was still helping from
Germany, but the distance meant much more independence.
Firstly I was not sure, how I would be able to handle it.
But retrospectively this was the time when I learned the most and I lost my
doubts as well as my uncertainty. I started to work independently and began to
be much more confident, thanks to Merle and Denise who always encouraged and
supported me. Both are not only fun to work with, I also value them as
individuals and feel lucky to have met them.
When Nicole arrived, the leaves had already started changing
their color. Even though we are, so different, we have become close friends and
also had a lot of fun outside the office. We learnt a lot from each other’s
personality and I hope our friendship will continue in Germany. I also thank
our recently joined intern, Johnny, for telling us stories about Detroit! I
enjoyed working with both of you!
Overall, I had a great time at AutoCom! Whenever I had a
question or a problem they were happy to help. One thing I enjoyed most were
the lunch-times with Jack on Fridays. He always had some exciting stories to
tell and he often prepared some exciting subjects to discuss. Many thanks for
all these interesting talks, and for taking us out for lunch today!
Thanks to Mike for giving me writing advice and teaching me
about PR. I have never seen this man grumpy, so Thanks for always bringing positive
energy in the office!
Last but not least, I want to thank Larry for making this
great experience possible! He not only taught me in many professional aspects;
working with him was also a personal enrichment.
Honestly, it took me
some weeks to fall in love with the U.S., but now I do not want to leave this
beautiful country. I travelled through many states and visited New York,
Chicago, Nashville, Atlanta, Boston, Mackinac, and many other amazing places in
Michigan. I am looking back on seven month full of experience and personal
development. It was not always fun or easy, but at the end I can proudly say,
that I made it!
As much as I am happy to see my family and friends in
Germany, I am sad to leave the people I met here.
I wish you all the best!
I wish you all the best!
Sophia
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