This past summer I was granted the amazing opportunity to intern at Dana-Farber's media relations department. For those of you who aren't familiar with the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, they are the principal teaching affiliate of the Harvard Medical School and one of the leading cancer care and research centers in the country. The Jimmy Fund, their development branch, is one of Boston's most reputable charities and the official charity of the Boston Red Sox. When awarded the internship, I was so honored I cried over the phone and I cried when I left the interview. Yes, I'm a big old sap, but I was so unbelievably happy that I couldn't help myself.
For the past three months I've been pitching to media outlets both traditional and new about some of the amazing efforts, work, stories and fundraising taking place at the institute. It has been the most rewarding internship I've ever had. I've grown professionally, expanded my portfolio and brought awareness to a very pertinent cause.
(My name plate)
(My nook)
This week my internship is coming to an end and while I'm a bit sad to leave the team and this experience behind I'm glad to have been granted this wonderful opportunity.
Hasta Next Time,
Grace
P.S: This holiday season, I invite you to support cancer care and research at Dana-Farber by purchasing an item off their holiday greeting collection.
