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| Former Staff & Interns
 | Tyler Akin
My name is Tyler Akin. In 2006 I received a Bachelor's Degree in Art History and History with a European concentration and now I am a student at the Widener University School of Law. I am also enrolled in the Delaware School of Real Estate and plan to take the realtors' licensing exam this summer.
International travel is my true passion. I was able to indulge my passions for art and architecture during a trip through Southeast Asia last year, visiting many ancient temple and colonial port sites throughout the region. I have also studied art and architecture in London and archaeology in Athens and Crete. Most of my time is spent reading everything I can about international economics and art markets.
I am excited to work at WTCDE because the organization is a great asset to the local business community and I truly believe in the benefits of trade. I hope to learn more about Delaware industry and the nuts and bolts of international trade. In my spare time I am also a fan of Stanley Kubrick films, the English soccer team Arsenal, and the works of Friedrich Hayek.
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 | Marissa Arvidson
My name is Marissa Arvidson and I am from Parsippany, New Jersey. This coming fall will be my last semester at Lehigh University, where I am a double major in International Relations and Asian Studies. In accordance with my Asian Studies major, I have been studying Mandarin Chinese for the last two years, a study that brought me to China last semester. I spent about four months studying ethnic diversity, minority culture, and Chinese in Yunnan Province, China, a place known for its natural beauty and ethnic minorities. In choosing the program that I did, a program that values experiential learning and field study, my knack for assimilating into a different culture, as well as learning everything I possibly can from a diverse environment, was only exacerbated.
My interest in the international does not stop at Asia, however. I have been lucky enough to travel to other places around the world and global connectivity has become increasingly apparent to me. Globalization is undeniable and evidence of its processes stretch from the rural village to the burgeoning city.
In working with the World Trade Center here in Delaware, I hope to expand my knowledge about globalization, particularly economic globalization. This past year has shown us how connected our economies are, for better or for worse. I hope to leave this experience with an enhanced understanding of international business so as to better equip myself for a life in the international sphere. |
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 | Felipe Barbosa
Felipe Barbosa is the Trade Services Assistant for WTC Delaware. Felipe holds an MBA from Goldey-Beacom College with concentration in Financial Management, and a B.S. degree in Accounting from the Universidade Catlica de Pernambuco, Brazil. Felipe is fluent in English and Portuguese.
As Trade Services Assistant at WTC Delaware, Felipe assists in processing and maintaining regional and overseas memberships, updating and publishing the WTC Delaware Global Leads bulletin, and creating financial reports.
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 | Ana Maria Benavides
I am Ana Maria Benavides. In Colombia, my native country, I completed a Bachelor's degree in Finance and International Trade. Since I'm really passionate about international business and different cultures from around the world, I decided to take the opportunity to come to the US to upgrade not only my educational background but my personal experience interacting with cultures different from mine.
I'm currently working in my MBA at Goldey Beacom College with a concentration in International Marketing Management. I hope me education gives me the skills to pursue a career opportunity in the international business field. Working as an intern at the WTC Delaware means to me and excellent opportunity to gain meaningful experience and put into used the knowledge I've acquire over the years. |
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 | Gavin Bernstein
After graduating from the University of Delaware (Bachelor of Science, Marketing, Management Information Systems, Minor) in June '05, I began working at C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc. as a Transportation Sales Representative. As of April 2008 I am doing inside sales and business development for Quest Software, who develop products which help customers get more performance and productivity for their applications, databases and Windows infrastructure. For the past three years I have utilized many of the skills that learned at the World Trade Center Delaware to advance my career.
While interning at the WTC Delaware in 2004, I built relationships with individuals from different cultures, expanded networking opportunities, and opened multiple doors to international business and travel. My fellow interns were truly special, and unlike anyone I have had the opportunity to work with to this day. I met some of the most distinguished businessmen and women in Delaware. The internship inspired a 10 day trip to Israel in 2004, as well as a European vacation set for the fall of 2007.
Since graduating, I have tried to stay as active as possible. Completing the Baltimore half marathon in 2006 has been a highlight, outside of many other personal and professional accomplishments. I am very active in many Southern Baltimore Sports Leagues, competing in football, kickball, and softball. I am, however, still looking to bring home a championship! |
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 | Samantha Blinder
My name is Samantha Blinder and I am originally from New York. I currently reside in Newark, where I am an undergraduate student at the University of Delaware. I will be graduating in the spring of 2009 with a B.A. in English with a concentration in Business and Technical Writing and a minor in Spanish. In addition, I will be graduating with a Certificate of Business Essentials.
In my spare time, I enjoy reading, traveling, going to the movies, playing sports (especially soccer), and getting a good workout at the gym. You can also find me spending time with family and friends, and on Sundays you can most definitely find me in front of the TV loudly and intensely cheering for my beloved New York Giants! LET'S GO G-MEN!
I am excited and honored to have the opportunity to work at WTC Delaware. I am very much looking forward to learning more about international business and markets, while using and perfecting my skills in editing and publishing. Working here at the WTC Delaware can only help to better prepare me for life outside of college, and give me the experience and confidence to be a success in the working world. |
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 | Carolina Buonani da Silva
My name is Carolina Buonani da Silva and I just concluded the graduate program at Goldey-Beacom College, Wilmington, DE. I have a Master Business Administration degree with concentration in Information Technology. Also, I'm from Brazil and I hold a bachelor's degree in Science Automation and Technology with concentration in Teleprocessing and Network from FATEC - Technology College (Faculdade de Technologia), Indaiatuba, São Paulo, Brazil. I came to the United States to improve my English skills and learn about the American culture.
I look forward to this internship opportunity at World Trade Center Delaware because it will help me to learn business aspects in an American company and apply what I have learned in school. Also I will be exposed to the international trade environment, what is going to help me in the future with my career, and gain valuable work experience. |
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 | Håkon By
"Can I FedEx drugs to France?"
"Well, we can't give you legal advice, but as a general rule..."
Working at the World Trade Centre Delaware was challenging yet very rewarding; one moment you were answering peculiar questions, the next your are talking to the Egyptian ambassador or researching the viability of exporting used army trucks to Burkina Faso.
As a Norwegian with multiple degrees in Economics and International Trade from Australia, I really enjoyed learning more about the practical, real-world issues in international trade. This experience has proved invaluable in my many adventures since then; I have translated and published books (try 'Memo: the easiest way to improve your memory'), explored the potential impact of the WTO Doha round on grain exports (negligible), and currently work as an international travel consultant in Sydney, Australia.
I travel the world when there is time, ski when there is snow, play touch rugby and start in centre field for the Pacific Coast League champions North Sydney Bears. |
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 | Andrew Byrd
My name is Andrew Byrd. I am currently pursuing a dual degree in Spanish Studies and International Relations with a concentration in Latin American Development at the University of Delaware. My date of graduation is Spring 2010.
Although I am a proud Delaware native, I am also very interested in living and working outside the United States. I spent a full year in Leksand, Sweden, as well as a semester in Puebla, Mexico as a study abroad student. In addition, I studied at the American University in Cairo in Cairo, Egypt while working as an English as a Second Language (ESL) teacher with forcibly displaced refugees. As a result of my international and educational experience, I am a passionate language learner currently able to speak fluent Spanish, Swedish and English. My current challenge language wise is acquisition of the Arabic language, a goal that I hope to fulfill within the next few of years. In addition, I enjoy playing tennis, snowboarding, reading and planning my next trip abroad.
The opportunity to intern at the World Trade Center Delaware is an invaluable experience. At WTCDE I am not only working with business from around the State of Delaware, but the entire globe. As such, I am confident that this internship will provide me with practical experience, and other useful tools in which to utilize as I move forward in my career as a prosperous member of an internationally based organization. |
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 | Alexis Cannestro
My name is Alexis Cannestro, and I am from North East, Maryland. I am a recent graduate of Goldey Beacom College, where I received my Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration with a concentration in International Business. I am enthusiastic and excited about learning and understanding new cultures. I consider myself lucky, as I have had many opportunities to travel and explore new cultures and I believe I am a better person because of this. I have travelled throughout the United States and Europe. I attended boarding school in England and during the fall of 2008, I spent four months studying Spanish and travelling throughout Ecuador. I hope to continue my international experiences throughout my lifetime, in order to observe and understand as many different cultures as possible.
I am very much looking forward to my internship at the World Trade Center of Delaware, as I believe this will be the perfect opportunity for me to experience a vibrant international atmosphere, as well as, gain valuable business experience. I am excited for an opportunity to work with and utilize my skills for an international non-profit organization, which encourages local and international economic stimulation. I am hoping to gain experience and business knowledge about international trade and affairs to help me in my future career. I believe that working for the World Trade Center of Delaware will be a unique and valuable opportunity for me. |
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 | Zhengyu Cao
My name is Zhengyu Cao. I am originally from China. Now, I am a graduate student in the Department of Economics, University of Delaware. I will be graduating in May 2010 with a M.S. in Economics. I received my B.E. degree in Computer Science in June 2006 in China.
Before I came to the University of Delaware to pursue my master degree, I worked as an associate consultant providing ERP implementation for a year in Beijing. Previous to that, I was a software engineer. My multi-major background gives me opportunity to work in different industries with professionals. Now I am focusing on time series econometrics. After graduating I intend to get a job functioning as financial analyzing, risk management or business consulting.
I am excited to begin my internship at WTCDE. This is a great opportunity for me to work with business professionals in a new country. I can not only utilize my economics knowledge and computer skills, but also my native language. And I am sure I will gain a lot from the internship, which is most valuable for me but I will never learn from school.
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 | Yinan Chen
My name is Yinan Chen. I come from Shanghai, China. Currently, I'm pursuing my master degree of International Relations in University of Delaware.
After I graduate, I plan to work with some multinational corporations or international organizations, combining what I've learned from my major with my interest of international affairs and global trade expansion. I'm so glad that I can have the great internship chance in WTC, which definitely would be beneficial for my future career.
I love traveling very much. I like going to different places, understanding varied cultures, and talking to and making friends with different people. Such experiences can expand my horizons and enrich my life. In addition, I also have passions on skating, swimming and taking pictures. Being optimistic and enthusiastic towards everything is my life goal. |
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 | Yuan-Ning Chen
My name is Yuan-Ning Chen. I come from Taiwan. Now I am a student in Goldey-Beacom College with Financial Management (MBA) and I will be graduating at the end of October in 2008.
The opportunity of internship in WTC would be beneficial for my future career and I'm so glad that I can have the great internship chance in WTC. After I graduate I would like to look for a job in business with international corporations, combining what I've learned and my interest of international trade. Also, I had some work experience before I came to US. I believe that work in WTC and my experience would make more chance to find a good job.
I love to learn more different things or knowledge from different people in the world which will improve me to contact with people easily. Traveling in the world is my dream. Finally, my goal is to be an optimistic and confident with everything because that would make me feel independent.
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 | YuChun Chen
My name is YuChun Chen and I come from Taiwan. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering and I am currently pursuing my MBA in Financial Management at Goldey-Beacom College. I will be graduating at the end of August in 2008. Getting an opportunity of a job such as an analyst or management in the financial and accounting field, investing stocks or anything similar would be great. Combining jobs related to Civil engineering, finance and accounting is one of my main goals, to develop my both majors.
I enjoy immersing myself in learning different computer program languages, like Fortran, Matlab and Visual Basic etc., assisting in solving complicated problems. Also what I would like to work with is to meet people to listen to their problems, such as transportation costs or business profits, and help them by using a program and by writing a program to solve these. Being able to work with business people at WTC makes me exceptionally excited about listening to what business people want and need and also learning different kinds of cultures and languages at WTC will be a better way to expand my professional fields and increase my horizons.
I am looking forward to working at WTC Delaware and reaching the wide realm of the international trade. These practical experiences will make what I can do with business in the real world a reality, to reach my future goals. I am an obliging and easy-going person and so excited about working with my interest areas. I am confident that my internship at WTC will be able to mold me into what I can do and who I am in my life span. |
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| Siddharth Chhabra
My name is Siddharth Chhabra and I am from India. I have a bachelor's degree in Accounting from back home and currently I am pursuing MBA with concentration in finance from Goldey-Beacom College. I will be graduating in May 2009 and hope to work in an Investment Bank once I graduate.
Working at WTC Delaware will give me an exposure in my related field of study and international business. As an intern I will also get an exposure to the corporate America. Besides the professional and analytical skills that I will learn over here, I also expect to use my own business skills that I acquired in my life to the best possible way.
I am confident that my internship at WTC Delaware will play a pivotal role in the working structure of the organization. |
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 | Megan Cleary
My name is Megan Cleary. I am 20 years old and I am originally from Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. Currently I am a Senior at the University of Delaware. My major is International Relations and I have a minor in Spanish. I am also working toward a certificate in Business Fundamentals.
I am very interested in learning about other countries and cultures. In my free time I enjoy running, reading, playing tennis, and playing the piano. I also love to travel; my favorite places that have been to are Spain, Italy and Mexico. After I graduate, I hope to work for an international company either in the U.S. or in Spain. |
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 | Adam Davis
My name is Adam Davis. I am an English major at the University of Delaware, concentrating in English for business and technical writers. I currently work part-time at the Best Buy in Wilmington, DE in the Magnolia Home Theater department, where I specialize in matching customers with the best video and sound solutions for their wants and needs (PLUG). My passion is home theatre and all of the elements that make up this surprisingly scientific and expensive hobby. For years I have read and researched the home entertainment industry and hope to one day be a part of this world that has brought me so much joy. My plans for the future are unknown at this time, but I am contemplating attending graduate school for either business management, English or some other humanity/social science. I look forward to the experience that I will gain at the World Trade Center Delaware and appreciate the upcoming challenges that lay ahead me.
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 | Sendy Delgado
My name is Sendy Delgado. I am originally from the Dominican Republic. I have been living in the U.S. for five years. I try to visit my country at least once a year, and keep in touch with my family. Currently I am a senior at the University of Delaware, majoring in International Relations. I have taken a variety of classes like Political Science, Economics, Anthropology, etc. I would like to put into practice everything I have learned over the years.
I think working at the WTCDE is a great opportunity that would allow me to gain experience in a field related to my major, and also give me an insight to what I would like to do after I graduate. In the future I would like to work for an International Organization that would give me the opportunity to travel to different countries and meet new people.
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 | Nguyet Dinh
My name is Nguyet Dinh. I am 22 years old, and I am originally from Da Nang, Vietnam. I have just graduated from the University of Delaware with a major in International Relations. I am looking for job opportunities, and also working towards my applications for grad school. I want to study an MBA in International Business. I believe that working at the World Trade Center Delaware will give me an insight look of what I would like to do in the future. I already have learned so much from working here.
I am very interested in meeting people from different countries and cultures. I was an exchange student sponsored by the Center for Cultural Interchange when I first came to the US five years ago. And that was the most amazing experience I have had. In the future, I would love to work with an international organization that would allow me to travel to different places.
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 | Ashley Douglas
My name is Ashley Douglas, and I am from Wilmington, Delaware. I'm a rising senior at Yale University pursuing a major in theater studies, though my varying academic interests include computer science. have always loved the entertainment industry and I am really interested in learning about the expanding business side of it.
I am very excited to be an intern at the World Trade Center Delaware. I hope to learn and gain experience in about international business, particularly the expansion of local businesses overseas. I feel that my experiences here will give me invaluable knowledge, and I am grateful for this opportunity. |
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 | Benjamin Drake
My name is Benjamin Drake. I grew up in Kennett Square, PA. In the coming fall, I will be a sophomore at the University of Pittsburgh where I will be focusing on business marketing and Spanish classes. I became interested in international business when I first traveled abroad. During high school, I traveled to Spain and Italy. Through these trips, I have gained an appreciation and gained a passion for learning about and experiencing new cultures. These travel experiences have driven me to pursue a career in international marketing.
I am looking forward to the internship and hope to gain valuable work experience in the field. After finishing college and interning, I hope to pursue a career in international marketing. |
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 | Abdallah Fofana
I am a French student in the first of a two-year technical course in business studies (International Trade Relations). We study office practice, international freight, marketing, economics, and law; and my major is international trade. One of my school requirements is to do an internship abroad, so I decided to do this internship in World Trade Center Delaware. I started June 11, 2007. I am really interested in international trade; I would like to become an expert in international business.
I like to travel in order to discover new cultures. I have been in Guinea in West Africa (this is where my parents come from). I also went to London and Spain for vacation. I play basket-ball in a French association BCV (Basket Club Villepinte). I like sports in general.
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 | Radek Foukal My name is Radek Foukal, and I am originally from the Czech Republic. I am currently an undergraduate student at Neumann College in Aston Pennsylvania, and will be graduating in the spring of 2009 with a bachelor degree in business administration and a minor in international business and economics. In the near future I would like to continue with my education and earn a masters degree in the business field.
In my free time, I enjoy playing sports, going to the gym, and working with young athletes on improving their skills to become better players. I am a member of Neumann College ice hockey team and the Tennis team. When I am not playing sports, I enjoy traveling in the United States and around the world. I think visiting new places, meeting new people and experiencing new culture is something valuable for me and I hope I can continue to enjoy having this great experience. I try to spend as much time as I can with my family whenever I get a chance, although it is not often because they live in Europe. In the spring of 2008 I had an opportunity to study abroad in Spain-Madrid. It was a great experience that helped me to become a more independent and well oriented person. One day I would like to experience living in Japan or Australia.
I am excited about this new opportunity with the WTC Delaware. I am looking forward to working at WTCDE to meet new people, improve my skills and to gain new knowledge which will help me to understand better the structure and relations of the global business world. I hope to learn more about how the state of Delaware plays its role in overseeing free trade of domestic and international companies doing business within the state and abroad. I am sure my internship at the WTCDE will help me to improve my skills and establish new views of the global business world for my future career. |
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 | Adriana Ghic
My name is Adriana Ghic. I am from Romania, from a city called Cluj-Napoca which is in the heart of Transylvania and I have been in the US for the past two years.
I have a Bachelor's Degree in Business; my major was Finance and Banking. Currently I am enrolled at Goldey-Beacom College in the MBA program.
Ever since I've been a sophomore in Romania, I've spent my summers in Delaware, in Rehoboth Beach so I feel like home in this state. Now I live in Newark and go to school to Wilmington.
I am passionate about hiking and bike riding and all nature related activities because I grew up as a Romanian girl scout. I have traveled through Europe ever since I was 14 with the church choir and got to visit and love many of the European countries and cultures. I have great interest in foreign languages and I have been developing my language skills since second grade.
I have started my Internship at WTC in May and have made many friends here ever since. We are all so diverse and we have so much to learn from each other. It's great.
I started working at Synygy Inc in July 2007, a software company located in Pennsylvania. I am an Associate Business Analyst and I work in a multicultural environment. The company has two locations in USA, one in India and one in Romania that work on projects together, offering a 24 hour service to our customers.
My World Trade Center experience made it very easy to adjust to the cultural differences that exist in our groups. I adapted, made friends easily and pleasantly surprised my colleagues with my international knowledge.
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 | Virgil Ghic
My name is Virgil Ghic. I am from Romania, Oradea near the border with Hungary.
I graduated with a bachelor's degree in Building Engineering in Cluj-Napoca, Romania, a beautiful city in Transilvania. Currently I am enrolled at Goldey-Beacom College in the MBA program.
I would like to work for an international company to have the opportunity to grow and to travel to many different countries. This Intern Position at World Trade Center Delaware will provide me practical experience in International Marketing that will help me a lot in the future.
In my free time I enjoy swimming, soccer and running, also to dance and to travel.
Editor's note: Virgil is also the brother of former WTC Delaware intern Adriana Ghic - our first brother/sister intern combo! |
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 | Zoran Grubjesic
My name is Zoran Grubjesic, I am from Serbia and I am 28 years old. I am a student at Goldey Beacom College, my area of interest is international business.
I would like to work for an international company that would give me opportunity to travel in the different countries. I am especially interested in European market, but I would also like to explore the Chinese market as well. I like to travel; I am a very open person that likes to do everything that seems fun.
In my free time I like to travel to see different places, watch sports. Also I spend lot of my free time with my family.
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 | Ashley Haskett
My name is Ashley Haskett, and I am originally from Chesapeake, VA. I graduated from Wilmington University in 2003 and am currently a graduate student at the University working towards an MBA in Marketing Management. I am truly grateful for the opportunity to work as an intern for the World Trade Center of Delaware.
I am looking forward to learning more about international business while interning here. It is my goal to leverage the skills that I gain while at the World Trade Center to pursue a career in marketing. I hope to gain a wealth of applicable knowledge that I may carry with me to my future career. |
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 | Kevin Irish
My name is Kevin Irish and I am from Bear, Delaware. I graduated from the University of Pittsburgh in 2008 with a bachelor's degree in Marketing. After graduation I worked at an ad agency in Louisville, KY but have now decided to pursue my greater interests in international trade and economics. I just completed an internship with the Delaware Economic Development Office where I worked in business development. I am preparing to go back to Pitt and earn my master's in Public and International Affairs and major in Global Political Economy. I enjoy learning about other cultures, countries and its economic policies. I have been fortunate enough to travel to Europe several times and to study abroad there as well. Most recently, I went to Israel in November 2008.
I expect that the knowledge and skills I learn at WTCDE to give me a better understanding of international business and trade and equip me with the abilities to be successful in the industry. With this experience I will be much better off as I enter grad school and begin to pursue my career thereafter. I am excited to be a part of WTCDE and look forward to contributing in any way that I can.
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 | Emily Halle
Hello- my name is Emily. I'm from Connecticut, and am currently a senior at the University of Delaware studying Economics and Political Science. I plan to attend graduate school and study International Trade and Development next year.
I discovered I had a passion for Economics after a University of Delaware sponsored trip to India over winter break two years ago. My experiences in India helped form my perceptions of developing countries and pointed me toward my career path in development. During my time in India, I was fascinated with the interconnectivity of political science and economics and how the interaction of these two forces had real measured effects on people's everyday lives. I briefly learned about microfinance from Indian professors, and saw first hand the amazing impacts and possibilities it creates for villages, particularly for village women. I returned to Delaware and began taking my first courses in economics the following semester.
I know interning at the World Trade Center Delaware will provide me with practical experiences that I can use as I continue my study of economics. Learning how firms trade with foreign companies and countries will be a necessary skill set that I plan to use in my future career working for a company that focuses on development and international trade. I love to travel, watch movies and spend time with my friends and family. |
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 | Desislava Stefanova Ivanova
Zdraveite, this is the Bulgarian hello. My name is Desislava Stefanova Ivanova and yes, I'm from Bulgaria where I actually live at the moment. After years of traveling around in Europe and the States I finally decided to get back because as we say here: "the stone weights on its place".
I graduated my bachelor's degree in psychology in Sofia University in Bulgaria and I went to do my internship in the US. I learned a lot about human resources and management but the greatest experience I got was to live, work and have fun with people from around the world. Isn't that the best about the States?! Isn't this the greatest in life- to be able to try a bit of almost every country in the world? I have to say thank you to everybody that gave me that!
After my program was done I decided to go for my Master's degree in the US. I ended up studding at Goldey Beacom College, Delaware and not so later I met Rebecca and Meg at the World Trade Center with Hakon, Susan and Yamila. We used to go out a lot for beer and dance. Later we got more people and we had the chance to learn so much from each other not only at the office but also at the conferences and luncheons. Great time of my life! I saved most of my friendships I made while at the WTCDE.
Now life is a bit boring because once you leave school and the WTCDE you don't have this foreign influence you are used to so much that makes you feel free and young. Nothing is that exited after such experience. But still, I can say that my dreams came true and now I'm working for a German company as Manager of one of the sky scraper office building they are managing. This year I won a green card for the States that I wanted to have so much for six years, but I think that I don't need it anymore because I choose to stay where I belong, in Bulgaria... at least for now :).
Life is too short and days are not the same if you choose to be like that!
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 | William Jennings My name is William Jennings, and I am originally from Wilmington, Delaware. I am currently a University of Delaware undergraduate student, and will be graduating in the fall of 2008. I am working towards a degree in Marketing and English with a concentration in Business and Technical Writing. I have also studied graphic design, and art history.
In my spare time I take pleasure in photography, graphic design, drawing and painting, playing lacrosse, traveling, and meeting new people. I love to create with my mind and my hands, and I especially enjoy learning new things. Also, I am consistently attempting to improve myself both physically and mentally, and I always try to do the best I can in every situation.
I am looking forward to working at WTC, and learning new things about international markets and trade. I know that working here will truly help me gain valuable "real world" experience, and benefit my potential for future employment in the marketing industry. |
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 | Whitney King
My name is Whitney King and I am from Hockessin, DE. I'm a rising sophomore at Connecticut College with an interest in History and the classics. Travel fascinates me and I look forward to learning about places overseas during my internship at the World Trade Center of Delaware. I hope to be able to study abroad in Italy or Greece during my junior year.
I appreciate the opportunity to work alongside people from various backgrounds but with the same interest in the WTCDE. I hope to become more knowledgeable about the world and the processes that keep our lives moving forward every day. |
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 | Joe Kammerer
My name is Joe Kammerer and I am from Severna Park, MD. I am currently a senior at the University of Delaware pursuing both a degree in Marketing, and a degree in English with a concentration in Business and Technical Writing. One of the main reasons I am interested in working at the World Trade Center of Delaware is the opportunity to learn about international business. While I have not yet been able to travel to many places around the world, I have always been interested in foreign cultures and exotic destinations.
The position at WTC of Delaware has presented a great opportunity to gain experience with international businesses. It is my goal to use my current skills in the internship and gain new knowledge of international business and the economy. I hope this internship will prepare me for a career working with multinational businesses, whether it is in the field of marketing or any other position that may pique my interest. |
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 | Jamie Lewis My name is Jamie Lewis. I am from Radnor, PA, though I've lived in so many places over the years I can hardly call that my hometown. In May 2008 I received a joint IMBA and MBA from the University of South Carolina and Wirtschaftsuniversitt Wien with a focus on Marketing. I am eager to get into the workforce and utilize the skills I've acquired.
WTC Delaware should offer me the opportunity to put into practice some of the knowledge I obtained in my graduate studies, especially since half of my studies were conducted overseas and focused heavily on international business and trade. Additionally, I am looking forward to conducting background research and analysis, as doing so has always been a passion of mine. Finally, I am hoping that I will have an opportunity to practice my German at work, or perhaps dust off my somewhat rusty Chinese and utilize a bit of that in the course of the business day.
When I'm not thinking of new ways to motivate and direct consumers into purchasing consumer goods, I can usually be found in the gym, the library, or the movies. I have always been a competitive athlete, and am currently training for strongman and powerlifting competitions in the fall, while maintaining a steady pace of two fiction and one nonfiction books a week - if anyone wants recommendations on something to read or movies to watch, I'd be happy to provide some.
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 | John Loaiza
My name is John Loaiza, and I am a rising senior at Loyola University in Baltimore, MD. I am a business major with a concentration in International Business, as well as a Spanish minor. I am originally from Medellin, Colombia but currently reside in Elkton, MD. I am also a student-athlete at Loyola and will be completing my fourth season with the Men's Soccer program at Loyola.
As I look to finish up my bachelors degree at Loyola and gain some work experience in my field of study, I believe my time as an intern at World Trade Center Delaware will provide me with valuable experience in International commerce as well as provide me with some insight in international trade and affairs. I am eager to work with companies and assist them in expanding their business on an international scale. I believe this will be a great opportunity to work with individuals that share some of the same interests as I do as well as a stepstool in my path into my future in international business. |
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| Maria Loaiza
My Name is Maria Loaiza, I am from Ecuador and I am 22 years old.
I am currently studying International Business at Goldey-Beacom College.
Business is one of my passions, I will love to work for a multinational company in the international department; having the opportunity to travel around the world and meet new people and new cultures in the business matter.
In my free time I enjoy going out and have fun with my friends but I also love to spend time with my relatives. In my family we are three: my mom, my sister and I; we are really close and a very good friend of each other. I Love to dance, to play sports and to travel. |
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 | Michael McGee
My name is Michael McGee, and I am originally from York, Pennsylvania. I am currently a senior at the University of Delaware studying Foreign Languages and Literatures with a concentration in three languages. Within this concentration, my studies have focused on the Italian, German and Russian languages.
In my spare time at the university, I am involved as an officer of the Outing Club, an active member of the university Cycling Club, and a member of the University of Delaware Symphony Orchestra. Through these organizations, not only am I able to participate in activities that match my passions for the outdoors, outdoor activities, and music, but also share these passions with other members of the university community.
As a part of my studies, I have had the opportunity to participate in study abroad programs to Austria, German, and Italy, as well as travel throughout these and other surrounding countries during my time in Europe. While serving as a learning tool to improve my communication skills in both Italian and German, these trips also provided me with truly unforgettable cultural and interpersonal experiences. It is these communicative skills that I hope to utilize and improve upon through my internship at WTC Delaware, in addition to establishing a background in international trade and expanding my career horizons. |
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 | Shaun O'Donnell My name is Shaun O'Donnell. In May 2008 I completed my undergraduate studies at the University of Delaware and received a B.A. in History and a B.A. in Political Science. I plan to attend law school beginning Fall 2009. I am currently undecided as to the area of law I plan to focus on during law school but I have an interest in corporate law as well as international law.
I enjoy meeting people who present me with the opportunity to learn new things. I strive to always put forth my best possible effort in all my endeavors. Much of my free time is spent reading, listening to a sorted collection of vinyl records, and playing lacrosse. I enjoy travel, both internationally and within the United States, and the learning and understanding facilitated by travel.
I am looking forward to working at WTCDE. Working at the organization will afford me the opportunity to gain valuable experience with the local corporate community and in international business. I am excited for the practical experience I stand to gain that will aid me in the future. I am also excited for the chance to learn more about my interest areas in law.
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 | Jessica Novick
My name is Jessica Novick, and I'm originally from Orange, CT. I will be graduating from the University of Delaware in the spring of 2009 with an International Relations and Spanish double major and minors in Jewish Studies and Islamic Studies.
I discovered my love for traveling and learning about different cultures when I spent a year in Israel between high school and college. Since then I have studied abroad for a semester in Spain, and a winter session in Chile. I hope that I will have the opportunity to continue traveling after I graduate. For now, most of my spare time is devoted to captaining the women's club Ultimate Frisbee team at the University of Delaware. The majority of my weekends are spent at tournaments as far away as North Carolina and Ohio.
Since my background is based more in international politics, I'm looking forward to learning about the business side of international affairs during my internship here at the WTCDE. I'm excited to learn more about international trade laws, and how Delaware companies do business at a global level. I am certain that this opportunity will provide me with valuable experience and prepare me for a career in international business. |
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 | Jenny Pabon
I came to the United States from Colombia to improve my English with the goal of earning a Master's of Business Administration degree. I have a bachelor's degree in International Trade and four years of working experience. Since I understand that the United States businesses operate in a different way, it is my main goal to get deep insight not only about American companies that trade throughout the world, but also their business' practices and culture. I strongly believe that being an intern at the World Trade Center Delaware is the right place to start building my organizational skills in this country.
When I interned at the WTC Delaware in winter 2005-2006, I had the opportunity to become aware of the vast array of useful information sources it possesses. In addition, its staff is experienced in subjects related to the global economy which can help me tailor my course of study directly to my career interests. Now that I am about to finish my MBA education, I perceive working inside the WTC organization as an once-in-a-lifetime experience that may launch me into the right career path. I believe this internship will enhance my business credentials and will help me get ready for the American competitive labor market. | |
 | Nicole Paladino
My Name is Nicole Paladino, and I am originally from Pittsburgh, PA. I am a senior at the University of Delaware and will be graduating in May of 2009. My major is Marketing and my minor is International Business. Last year I spent a semester abroad in France. It was one of the best experiences of my life. I hope to continue learning about new cultures throughout my life and continue traveling around the world.
I am looking forward to interning for WTCDE because I feel it will be a great opportunity to apply the knowledge I've learned over the past four years of college. I am also very interested in International Business and am excited to see how Delaware plays a role for businesses looking to trade internationally. In my free time I enjoy reading, spending time with my friends & family, and skiing as much as possible. |
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 | Li Pan
My name is Li Pan; I come from Hangzhou, China. In 2006, I got my Bachelor's Degree in Chinese Literature and a minor in International Economics and Trade in China. In 2007, I received my master degree in Hong Kong Baptist University in International Journalism which focused on finance and business reporting. Currently, I am Pursuing my master degree in Economics in University of Delaware which specialized in economics analysis and international trade.
I am glad that I have the opportunity to work at WTCDE since this organization is a great platform for me to understand local business community and the operation of international trade. These real work experiences will help me to reach my future goal to work in multicultural corporations or international organizations.
I am an obliging and easy-going person. In my free time, I love travelling to different places to understand different cultures and make friend with different people. Let life be beautiful like summer flowers is my life goal. |
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 | Maria Alejandra Pascual My name is Maria Alejandra Pascual and I come from Bolivia. I have a Major in Business Administration and a Master in International Relations; International Business is my area of interest. I've just arrived to the US and I'm looking for job opportunities. I love what I do and I'm always looking for new challenges, that's why I always take advantage of every opportunity I have.
Learning new languages has always been one of my passions; therefore I started at a short age learning other languages besides Spanish, my native tongue. I enjoy meeting people from different countries and I had the opportunity to travel and live in many countries.
In my free time I enjoy playing sports and spending time with my family and friends. I love art, and I dedicate a lot of my time at developing my creative skills. |
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 | Katie Potter
My name is Katie Potter. I am from Hockessin Delaware, and I am currently a senior at Sanford School. I am interning at WTCDE for my final senior project. Next year I will be attending Northeastern University in Boston where I will be majoring in International Business. I am excited to be doing my senior project at WTCDE because it affords me the opportunity to learn about my chosen field and it will give me additional experience that will be beneficial to me in the future. During my free time I like to travel, to spend time with friends and family, and to play soccer. |
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| Kanan Raval
My name is Kanan Raval and I am originally from India. I am currently pursuing my MBA with a concentration in Finance at the University of Delaware. I have an undergraduate degree in Life Sciences from St. Josephs College, Bangalore University, India. I got my degree in Law (LLB/JD) from Sir L. A. Shah Law College, India. I worked at a Law Firm in India that was mainly into appellate practice. I also helped a senior partner, research for two of his books, on Constitutional Law and Criminal Law.
Working at the WTCDE is a great opportunity for me to apply everything that I learn at Business School, meet new people and learn about the local economy. I am interested in a career in Finance and Business Consulting.
I love reading, swimming and spending time with my friends and family in my free time. |
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| Kanik Sem
I am Kanik Sem and I am from India. I am pursuing a graduate degree in finance from University of Delaware and an undergraduate degree in computer science. Working with World Trade Center gives me an exposure to affairs in international finance.
I am hoping to gain valuable experience in international finance by working at WTC which would help in a career in this field. I am looking forward to working with a private sector non-profit organization and I hope my experience and skills will add value to the position and the organization. |
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 | Robert Sholl My Name is Robert Sholl and I am from Wilmington, DE. I am currently a junior at the University of Central Missouri pursuing a degree in English Literature and a minor in Creative Writing. I hope to use my degree to become a writer but in the mean time it is important for me to become familiar with as many different careers as possible for the future.
I am for the opportunity to work with World Trade Center Delaware because of the experience in other fields of work it will give me. While I may not pursue a career in this particular field the knowledge gained from my time here will certainly help me out in the future. |
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 | Matthew Stauffer
My name is Matthew Stauffer. I have lived near West Chester, Pennsylvania for most of my life. I graduated recently from Dickinson College in Carlisle, PA with a B.A. in International Business and Management and a concentration in Russian language and culture. During the fall semester of 2007 I studied abroad in Moscow, Russia and furthered my interest in international relations and cultures. Through course work in international business law and global economics, as well as my experiences abroad, my interest in international trade has grown immensely.
I am confident that my time as an intern at WTC Delaware will provide opportunities to develop my knowledge of international trade relations and help me to better understand how interactions between nations, international corporations, and NGOs affect global trade. In the future, I hope to pursue a career in direct trade, customs regulation, or another field within the realm of international business. |
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| Augusto Sui
My name is Augusto Sui, and I am from Peru.
I worked as an intern at WTCDE back in 2003, when I was pursuing my MBA at Goldey Beacom College. I will always remember my internship as a valuable experience. The internship helped me develop a greater awareness about global issues, and also gave me the opportunity to know more about businesses and organizations within the region.
Currently, I am studying Multimedia Design at Wilmington College, because
I like to work with computer graphics and Internet related applications.
On my free time I like to watch movies, play sports, and spend time at the outdoors camping.
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 | Francine Tapimene
My name is Francine Tapimene. I'm from Cameroon, West Africa. I grew up there and moved to the United States about six years ago to further my education.
I am in the business honors program at Wilmington University which will allow me to receive my bachelor's degree in marketing and my MBA simultaneously.
I have been interested in export and import since childhood because my father worked at the Port of Douala, Cameroon.
This internship with the World Trade Center of Delaware is an opportunity for me to learn more about trade and international business. It will also enable me to apply my academic knowledge, network, and acquire more work experience. | |
 | Chris Thomas
My internship at The World Trade Center Institute was integral to my professional growth and development. The experience I gained while working here provided a foundation on which I could and continue to build my career. Thank you for taking the time to read my profile. More importantly, thank you for your interest in WTCDE.
That being said, my name is Chris Thomas and I interned at WTCDE from October 2004 until July 2005. he start of my internship coincided with my Grad School matriculation at Widener University in Chester, PA. I looked to this position as a means to gain valuable experience that I could leverage in the course of my schooling. I found my internship to be engaging and fulfilling, allowing me to use my existing talents while simultaneously developing new ones. Broadening my skill set was a priority of Rebecca Faber and those impacting the program.
Upon completing my internship with WTCDE I went on to earn my MBA, and finish the SAP certificate program. During this time I assisted in the development of the 2006 Customer Satisfaction Survey at Lincoln Financial Field based on the RATER model, helped in the process redesign effort for incoming freshmen at Widener, and secured a new internship with Thomco Incorporated, a commercial building supply manufacturers' representative firm based in Newark, DE. After the completion of these activities, I accepted a position with SAP Global as an Engagement Management Analyst. In this capacity I have conducted Benchmarking Studies, become responsible for the maintenance of the corporate Value Engineering Library, acted as the Engagement Analyst for a major Portal implementation project, and was recently selected as the Lead Analyst in the Knowledge Management Competency Center among other projects and responsibilities.
I feel privileged to have participated in the WTCDE internship program and would recommend it to anyone interested in broadening their experience and professional network. |
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 | Ian Thresher
My name is Ian Thresher. I am from Newark, Delaware and I am a senior at Sanford School. I will be attending Hamilton College next year where I intend to major in Government or World Relations. I am very interested in politics and I comb through all sorts of bodycopypapers and bodycopy magazines daily. I am very pleased to be an intern at the World Trade Center of Delaware. I think it will teach me quite a bit more about how the global economy works, and teach me to look at things with a much more international perspective. Also, I think that my experience here will help me with my major in college. Understanding the cause and effect that investment firms, political strife, and scarcity have on the global economy is knowledge that anyone can use. So, I do not think I will have hard time applying what I learn here to countless other challenges in my life. |
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 | Sarah Ulizio
My name is Sarah Ulizio, and I am from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. I am currently a senior at the University of Delaware majoring in International Relations with a concentration in Development. I have minors in Spanish Studies and Geography as well as a certificate in Business Essentials. I enjoy learning about other cultures and peoples and am interested in international economics. I have been extremely fortunate to travel and study aboard to Brazil, Turkey and Ghana while at Delaware.
I am looking forward to my time as an intern at the World Trade Center of Delaware in order to gain valuable experience and knowledge in international business. I expect to learn a great deal about business and trade and will hopefully be able to apply what I have learned in the classroom to the workings of an international organization. I am very excited for the opportunity to meet and work with others who share my own interests and to leave with a better understanding of the world of international business. |
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 | Andrew Valentine
My name is Andrew Valentine. I live in Fort Washington Pennsylvania. For four years I attended Springfield College in Springfield Massachusetts. I am finishing up college and earning a Bachelors Degree in Business Management. In college I played rugby and am currently a volunteer coach for pee wee football in Horsham Pennsylvania. I attended Avon Old Farms School, a boarding school in Avon Connecticut for three years and received my high school diploma there.
I am excited to begin my internship at World Trade Center Delaware. This internship will help me gain the knowledge that is needed for working for a multinational organization. This internship will help me better understand the aspects of finance, economics, marketing, and international business. I am very much interested in all of those fields of work.
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 | RajaRajan Vel
My name is RajaRajan Vel, and I am a rising sophomore at Columbia University in New York City. I am from Hockessin, DE, and I graduated from the Charter School of Wilmington. I am in the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, and am considering a double major in Economics and either Financial Engineering or Applied Math.
I hope to gain insight into business and the practice of international trade through my time as an intern at the World Trade Center Delaware. I am excited to help facilitate local businesses operate on an international scale and to learn more about the business practices and customs of other countries. Although I am unsure of the field in which I will eventually work, I believe that my experiences with an international non-profit organization such as the WTCD will allow me to better employ my knowledge of global economics in whatever career I choose. | |
 | Kate Walker My name is Kate Walker. I am currently an undergraduate student at the University of Delaware and I will be graduating in spring 2010. I am working towards a B.A. in Political Science with a concentration in global studies.
I am looking forward to working at the WTC DE. I am interested in understanding the effect of free markets and trade on global and local economic growth, particularly in the developing world. I would like to learn more about Delaware's role in facilitating free trade and cooperation between corporate and government entities at the international level. I am looking forward to improving my skills in technical writing and research as well as making use of the Russian language. Working at the WTC DE will give me experience and help further my goal of a career in international trade. |
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 | Lu Wang
My name is Lu Wang. I came from China to here about 3 years ago. Now I am 23 years old. I just graduated from the MBA program in Delaware State University, and I am specialized in financial analysis and international trade.
I am looking for a position in financial reporting, analysis or international trading where I can apply what I have learned in the school to the real world. I appreciate the internship opportunity given by World Trade Center Delaware. I will cherish every minute here to study, to absorb and to contribute. I really hope that the working experience that I gained here can elevate me to the next level.
I am an easy-going girl with open mind. In my spare time, I like to try delicious foods from different countries, and to expose myself in different cultures. I also like traveling with my family and my friends, watching movies and listening music.
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 | Yanhong Wang
My name is Yanhong Wang, I come from China. I am a student of Wilmington College, majoring in Accounting and Business Management.
During my spare time, I like reading, jogging, and watching movies. I love America's culture, I feel lucky that I have the opportunity to study in America and meet different countries' people, they are lots of fun.
I don't remember since when I have been interested in import and export trade business. I hope one day I can be one of the business woman in international trade zone. I am really grateful for the chance of working with World Trade Center Delaware. |
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 | Jenny White
My name is Jenny White and I am from Cape May, New Jersey! I graduated from Berkeley College with a degree in International Business in the spring of 2008. The World Trade Center Delaware has been a wonderful experience that has given me knowledge and memories that will last a life time. It has been a great opportunity that I'm sure will lead me to many more opportunities in the future. While working at home for the summer I plan on studying for the GRE and learning French! This fall I will be applying for graduate school at SAIS (School of Advanced International Studies) in Washington D.C. I would like to focus my degree on international economic development with a regional focus on Africa. I am looking forward to being apart of the international community in D.C. and would love to eventually work for the World Bank, Department of State or a company that will allow me to work with economic development and international trade in Africa.
When I am not engaged in school activities I enjoy reading and traveling to new places. I have traveled throughout Italy, France, Germany, Switzerland, Austria, and Belgium and have also visited Mexico. I also spend time on trips traveling throughout the United States during the summer months. Recently I took a road trip to New Orleans, LA to do Habitat for Humanity. Since I grew up at the Jersey Shore I enjoy participating in water sports and going to the beach. During the winter I am also an active skier. My hidden talent is that I am a musician who enjoys teaching music to children of all ages. I continuously enjoy being outdoors whether I am exercising or taking part in a new adventure! Spending time with my family and friends has always been and will be very important to me. |
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 | Kimberly A. West
A native Delawarean, I attended Boston University for my freshman year of undergraduate study before transferring to the University of Delaware. I graduated in January of 2007 with majors in marketing and management and a minor in French. I will be attending the University of Colorado School of Law in August of 2007 in pursuit of a J.D./M.B.A. joint degree.
I am an avid snowboarder (and, in that regard, eagerly anticipating my impending relocation to the Rockies!) and a self-proclaimed Francophile who loves to travel.
As an intern at the World Trade Center Delaware, my work has primarily consisted of researching various foreign markets and compiling country profile reports on these nations in an effort to provide WTCDE members with informative resources for conducting international business.
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Faith Woodworth
My name is Faith Woodworth, I am a senior at the University of Delaware, majoring in French/Political Science. One of my main interests lies in travelling and learning other languages and cultures - I spent fall 2008 studying abroad in Paris, France, during which time I travelled to Rome, Italy as well. In addition to French, I also study Italian and have just begun Arabic. My interest in languages and cultures has formed my desire to work in an international aid organization for development in poorer regions of the world.
This internship at the World Trade Center of Delaware has created many new opportunities for me to gain valuable experience and knowledge about international business. It is my goal to come away from this internship with a more well-informed array of knowledge about the world of international business and the economy, especially as it relates to Delaware. I hope to gain experience from the WTCDE that will enable me to successfully contribute to the work of an international organization in the future. |
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 | Zijia Ye
My name is Zijia Ye, from Hangzhou, China. Here friends call me Wendy for short in English. I got my Bachelor Degree in Information Engineering and I will finish my MBA Program concentrated in Finance at Goldey-Beacom College in 2007.
Working at WTC is a great experience to meet and communicate with people from different place. I also enjoy some international business seminar, learn and pay attention to import business from China.
I'm a people person, like playing pool, ping pong and karaoke. Right now I'm interested in joining a hiking group.
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 | David Young
My name is David Young and I am originally from Ossining, NY. I am currently a student at the University of Delaware and will be graduating in the spring of 2009 with a B.S. in Business Management and minors in International Business and Spanish Studies.
I love to travel. I enjoy visiting new places, meeting different people, and experiencing other cultures. During my time at the University of Delaware, I have been fortunate to have studied abroad in Costa Rica and Spain. I have also visited numerous countries in Europe and my future goal is to travel to many other countries throughout the world. With my spare time at school I enjoy spending time with my friends, playing sports, reading, and watching soccer.
While at the WTCDE I hope to learn as much as possible about international business and overseas markets, while meeting many new people within the local business community. I am sure that this great opportunity will provide me with valuable knowledge and skills for my future endeavors in the business world. I look forward to the experience and I am very excited to begin work at the World Trade Center Delaware. | |
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