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"This internship has not only provided me with an opportunity to use what I have learned in the classroom but also to learn what can't be taught in a school setting"

"Every opportunity has been a learning experience and I think the international internship experience is paramount for any international development students."

"Returning to Ghana for my internship has been nothing short of a homecoming—one filled with purpose and a renewed sense of belonging. As a Ghanaian, working with the Center for Sustainable Transformation (CeST) in Accra has been a particularly meaningful experience. This journey isn't just about professional growth; it’s about contributing to the sustainability and future of my homel...

"The experiences, both professional and personal, I have been fortunate enough to have experienced in Accra are priceless and will be treasured for years to come."

"Professional engagements only scratched the surface of my experiences in Ghana, and more of the culture was shown to me when I took the trotro (local small bus) to work or went to the local markets to shop."

Xumeng, 4th year. International Development and GlobalizationInternship Country: GhanaCanadian NGO: AFS Interculture CanadaLocal NGO: Center for Sustainable Transformation (CeST)Since the moment I chose to study international relationships and globalization, I always knew that there would be a chance for me to see the world in a larger scope and take p...