Throughout my experience as an intern thus far – a day hasn’t passed without my technical, organizational, and thinking skills being pushed into unfamiliar and sometimes – uncomfortable new territory. It’s unnerving, exciting, and a bit frightening all simultaneously.

Whether it’s being asked to perform design or administrative tasks – everything is seemingly new. Especially the behind-the-scenes operations in a design firm. From quoting prices on plastic baggies and military patches to answering phones and keeping the office organized – there is always something to do and I’m learning to keep myself on task (something which often proves difficult for me in school).

One of the broader lessons I’ve learned while being here is to take the initiative. Rather than wait until Christopher or Tim ask for something to be done – I try and look for things to do. Keeping MINE™ a well-oiled machine is my job, and I’d like to think I’m getting better as the days go by. Of course, taking the initiative is a way of acting and thinking, something I plan on improving upon during my time here.