Lessons from a Virtual Internship: Collaborating Across Cultures

Over the past two weeks, I had the privilege of completing a virtual internship in Nepal, where my team and I focused on developing financial literacy for secondary school students in grades 8 to 10. It was exciting to put my undergraduate commerce studies into practice by designing lesson plans that were both engaging and informative.

 

Coming from a diverse cultural background, this experience reminded me that

"Culture can’t be learned in a day - true understanding requires patience, openness, and respect to ensure materials are relevant and meaningful"

For instance, I didn’t know that investment options in Nepal were completely different from what I’m used to!

 

 

The internship not only strengthened my ability to create practical educational resources for the first time but also deepened my passion for cross-cultural learning.

A huge thank you to CA and Future Sense for making this valuable experience possible!

   

 

Are you looking for an Internship Opportunity but can’t travel? We’ve got you covered!

Just like Emily, you can complete a Virtual Internship with Challenges Abroad Australia - gaining real-world experience from the comfort of your own home. Whether you have expertise in Health, Business and Law, Community Development, or Environment and Sustainability, there’s a program for you!

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