Tag: technology & innovation
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Internship at Portera
Hi! I am Piril Kordel, a second-year Communication Science student at the UvA. From February 12th to May 31st 2024, I had the opportunity to have an internship at Portera. Portera is a business and technology consulting company working with clients’ technology, IT, operations and business teams to deliver growth through technology innovation and incorporate…
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The World of Assistive Tech: My Internship at Envision
As my internship at Envision, an international tech company developing assistive technologies for individuals with blindness or low vision, just has come to an end, I’m excited to share the highlights and takeaways from my internship experience. Based in the Hague, Envision transformed from a startup to a hub for AI-powered glasses and apps designed…
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How did I land my internship at GroupM Netherlands? Was that even what I wanted? | What happens when your plan isn’t planning: my experience and recommendations.
Imagine working hard for something you really want (or at least you think you do), but then things go wrong, and you have to fix them. Eventually, you manage to resolve the issues, but you no longer want the thing you worked so hard for. In fact, what you now want is something you had…
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Learning Business Dynamics and Building Strong Partnerships
When I joined Microsoft as an intern in Partner Development Manager role, I had no idea what to expect. The organization was large, the technology was complicated and understanding how I can add value was difficult. Yet, I embarked on a transformative journey that not only deepened my understanding of business and effective communication but…