Nuoheng's April
Week 1 Reflection
Do you enjoy the work environment you’ve chosen (virtual, hybrid, or in-person)? What aspects of it do you find most helpful or challenging?
I enjoy working in a hybrid model, where I’m able to experience both in-person networking and socializing, as well as the independence and self-reliant environment that comes with working virtually. The in-person days allow me to engage directly with my coworkers—whether it’s collaborating with the high school co-op team to wrap plushies for networking events or joining icebreaker sessions like the one hosted by Natalie, which helped me connect with others and feel part of the team. I also appreciated being selected to film a TikTok video, which let me apply my creativity and communication skills in a fun, social setting.
On virtual days, I’m able to focus deeply on tasks like grant writing for the YRES and TRES Speech Contests. I appreciate the quiet, independent work environment, and when I come across challenges, I’ve learned to be resourceful—using tools like ChatGPT to guide me, or reaching out to supervisors and peers when needed.
One challenge I faced initially was the onboarding process. I felt a bit lost navigating Slack and figuring out the communication expectations. However, one of the most helpful aspects of this work environment has been the quick response time from supervisors and fellow students. Whether it’s a technical question or clarification on a task, someone is always available to support and guide me. This has made the hybrid model feel well-balanced, supportive, and rewarding.
What aspects of the company or industry are you most interested in learning more about?
I am most interested in seeing how the events and tasks that we are planning for, come to life. As for now, our tasks are a lot about planning for future plans (like summer camp vendors). I would like to see that all of our hard work has paid off. Another aspect that I am interested in is on how all the students would collaborate with each other and actually become friends.
Have you been able to balance your work responsibilities with school or other commitments? How do you manage your time?
One aspect of the company that I’m most interested in is seeing how the events and tasks we’ve been planning actually come to life. Right now, a lot of the work involves preparation and planning for future initiatives—like coordinating with summer camp vendors or writing grant proposals for upcoming events. I’m really looking forward to seeing the final outcomes and knowing that all of our efforts paid off.
I’m also curious about how all the students and team members collaborate over time. It’s been great getting to know people during team tasks and activities like icebreakers, and I’d love to see how those relationships continue to grow—how we support each other, become friends, and build a stronger team culture as the projects move forward.
How do you think your work here connects to your future goals or career aspirations?
As a current high school co-op student working as an Accounting Assistant, I believe the tasks I’m doing now are helping me build a strong foundation for my future. This role has already taught me how to organize my time, manage responsibilities, and stay detail-oriented—skills that are essential for a successful career in accounting or finance.
In the future, I hope to work in the finance industry, and this experience is giving me valuable exposure to real-world tasks like budgeting, forecasting, and working with spreadsheets. These hands-on experiences are directly aligned with my long-term career goals and are helping me feel more prepared and confident in pursuing this path.
What 3 words would you use to describe your week?
Supportive, engaging, educational