Revisiting Expectations

When I began my internship experience, I anticipated becoming a stronger, more confident, more experienced, better writer. I called upon my existing strengths as a writer, worker, and editor, and jumped into the field. The work I have completed has taken me more time than originally thought, but this is because I wanted it to be as good as it could be. I have had help and support from both of my advisors along with everyone in this office providing feedback and tips. The items I have completed were made better with help from these associates, and without them, the articles probably could not have reached a level of expertise. My strengths in strict punctuality and staying focused have allowed me to accomplish my work in time for deadlines, and have helped maintain a healthy work relationship and atmosphere. Also, persistently revising and submitting my work for review has helped my writing improve vastly. I see how the changes suggested betters the writing, and I have grown more confident through learning from my mistakes. It is very fortunate that this class offers me an opportunity to get a real feel for that a career in this field is actually like, I have learned so much not only about professional writing and editing, but also how to be a professional in the workplace. My electronic portfolio will certainly contain statements that directly reflect my experience during my internship. This exercise has resulted in my reflecting on everything I have learned this semester through my internship, and has brought forth realizations of my improvements as a writer. I now know how to write several different forms of writing, from articles to promotional letters. Also, my experience here has increased my experience with comprehensive editing as well as heightened my skills as a team member.