Dr. Helena Pleinert spoke with Ingrid Tatiana Hernandez Fajardo, who joined the Pleinert & Partner team as an intern from March to April 2024, in the framework of our collaboration with Virtual Internships.
H: Can you tell me about your professional and academic background that led you to this internship?
I: I am a recent graduate from the Thunderbird School of Global Management where I majored in International Business. Here my interest in marketing was sparked during a course on the subject. Recognizing this newfound passion, I sought opportunities to explore the field further. Through Virtual Internships and the guidance of Pleinert and Partner, I successfully gained invaluable marketing experience that I will implement in my future career.
H: What are some of the highlights for you from this internship? What particular project stood out to you?
I: The highlight of this internship was undoubtedly the opportunity to collaborate with a diverse team located abroad, consisting of individuals from various cultural backgrounds. While gaining valuable marketing experience was certainly a bonus, the most significant takeaway for me was the privilege of representing and promoting my work with a Swiss-based company.
H: In what ways did this internship help you grow personally and professionally?
I: This internship facilitated my professional growth by not only providing me with real world experience in marketing, communications, and research, and with tools that I can implement in future jobs, but also by helping me distinguish myself from other candidates, securing my current position in a new company. Moreover, it fostered my personal growth by instilling confidence in my skills and enhancing my ability to collaborate effectively with international companies and teams.
H: In what ways did our company’s focus on new work resonate with your career interests and aspirations?
I: The company's emphasis on innovation and organizational development strongly aligns with my forward-looking mindset. I see these principles not only as essential components of my future roles but also as avenues I am excited to explore firsthand. Organizational design particularly captivates my interest, making it a field I am interested in exploring deeper and potentially contributing to in my professional journey.
H: Many thanks for sharing your insights - it was a pleasure working together!
A big thank you also to our account manager at Virtual Internships, Rene' Reddy (Thilakalal)!
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