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Comments by Former Interns

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Malin Parkkali, M.A. candidate, Stockholm University
"I had a very positive experience at GPF. I was given lots of responsibility. The office is so nice and the view of the UN is great. My colleagues really added to the overall learning and enjoyment."
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Aditi Pendharkar, M.S., Carnegie Mellon University

"GPF shows faith in you and your abilities by trusting you with great responsibility. I took ownership of my portfolios; and researched and analyzed the concerned issues in detail. It was a tremendous learning experience for me. With this internship program, the interns and GPF bloom together."

Tobias Schiedermair, M.Sc. candidate, London School of Economics

"Interns work independently on current political issues while gaining first-class insights into the NGO community as well as the UN system. GPF is an awesome experience."

Peter Jenkins, B.A. University of California Santa Cruz

"It has been a tremendous experience!"

Francesco Guzzetti, M.A., La Sapienza

"My internship at GPF was an extremely valuable experience - I can't imagine anything better!"

Sarah Custer, B.A. candidate, McGill University

"Interning at GPF has been one of my best experiences! Not only have I learned useful web skills, but I have also gained a priceless 'insider' perspective on the workings of the UN, NGOs and their relationship."

Kiya Bajpai, B.A., Duke University

"The time I spent at Global Policy Forum more than exceeded my expectations. I have learned more than I ever did in academia and really found what I want to do for the rest of my life."

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Adam O'Connor, B.A., University of Canberra

"The experience exceeded my expectations. I learnt a great deal and was part of an environment that is pretty special - hard to imagine before you experience it. A definite winner!"

Katarina Wahlberg, B.A., University of Stockholm

"My internship at GPF has been a great learning experience. Most exciting was helping with the organizing of, and speaking at, an international conference on global taxes!"

Katarina Wahlberg
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Rachel Fosua Sarpong, M.Sc. candidate, Aalborg University

"GPF has enabled me to understand the UN system, see the benefits of independent thinking and participation in a multi-cultural environment."

Aline Baillat, Diplí´me d'Institut d'Etudes Politiques

"What is so exceptional about GPF is that interns gain insight into both the UN system and the NGO community."

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Daniel Lambach

Daniel Lambach, Diploma of Political Science candidate, Philipps-Universitaet

"Global Policy Forum is the best NGO in town. It has a great social environment, wonderful people and the possibility for fascinating and independent experience."

Alexa Courtney, B.A. candidate, Yale University

"GPF provides a dynamic internship experience which teaches you essential web skills as well as introducing the complex world of international affairs and diplomacy."

Alexa Courtney

Misaki Watanabe

Misaki Watanabe, B.A. candidate, Barnard College

"Getting to know the ins and outs, dos and don'ts of the UN was an invaluable experience! A fun but an intellectually stimulating environment. Can you ask for anything better?"

Anthony Mak, B.SS. candidate, University of Hong Kong

"A lot more fascinating than I would have expected. It's a 'cutting-edge' experience!"

Anthony Mak

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Kai Müller, B.A. candidate, University of Manchester

"Taking decisions yourself and an unforgettable cameraderie makes time fly. Damn near perfect!"

Rahul Rao, B.A./LL.B. Candidate, National Law School of India University

"The internship brought to life things I had only heard or read about before. Having met people working in fields that interest me, I now have a clearer idea of where I want to go and how to get there."

Rahul Rao

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Christian Kaufholz, B.A. candidate, Columbia University

"At GPF, I felt a hundred percent involved, because I was able to focus on my own portfolio and was given a substantial share of responsibility. A professional and productive environment and, nevertheless, lots of fun with my colleages made this internship a great success."

Jessica Moffett, B.A. candidate, Princeton University

"My internship at GPF was very valuable and enlightening. For the first time, I was able to explore my interests in a professional setting. I now have a much better understanding of the UN system, what career opportunities lie ahead and how to seize them."

Jessica Moffett

Natalie Reid

Natalie Reid, B.A. candidate, Brown University

"The internship at GPF was one of the most important experiences I have ever had. It was great to be part of an intelligent, effective and highly-motivated team, with a lot of personal responsibility. The office environment was really excellent."

Lara Tessaro, B.A., Institute for Leadership Development Internship Program

"GPF really helped me focus more clearly on my career goals and my desire to work in an internationalist setting. The other people in the office came from such a variety of interests and backgrounds that I found myself constantly challenged and stimulated. Everyone had a lot of dedication, insight, and humour!"

Lara Tessaro
Satnam Chana Satnam Chana, LL.B., Institute for Leadership Development Internship Program

"Interning with GPF has enabled me to understand how NGOs work at the UN. It gave me the opportunity to do research on UN reform, and the impact of budget reductions on UN programs."

Cindy Chau, M.P.A., Institute for Leadership Development Internship Program

"GPF has a terrific office environment and atmosphere...interning with GPF has been invaluable and has enabled me to understand the inner workings of the UN, especially the Security Council."

Cindy Chau
Nawan Bailey Nawan Bailey, M.A. candidate, Columbia University School of Social Work [UN Internship Program]

"I've really enjoyed my time at GPF and consider this internship one of my best....interning at GPF was an enlightening experience."

 

 

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