Author: natalie.murawska

I recently attended a workshop called Internship Seminar and I was very pleased with how helpful and informative the workshop was. Theresa Accardi, who is the Internship Coordinator, basically directed the whole workshop and did a very good job at presenting how we can go about obtaining an internship. She first talked about what an internship was and the kinds that are available. An internship can best be known as a learning experience or career exploration to see if this is what you see yourself doing in your near future. She noted that it’s important to complete the internship tutorial before applying for an internship, which is available on baruchcuny.edu/careers, so I know this is the first step before applying. She outlined the important steps to take to get an internship which I will briefly share with you. First, we have to develop a resume and cover letter, and get it reviewed at the Starr Career Development Center. The next step is to look for internship listings on STARR search and see what really interests you and you qualify for. Before we prepare for interviews, we have to send the resume to the employer so that it can be looked over. Of course it’s important to prepare for interviews ahead of time to decrease the nervousness and feel more confident when asked specific questions, such as “What do You see yourself doing in the next 10 years?” If you get an offer, the last step is to notify the Starr Career Development Center and begin this learning experience that will benefit you tremendously before you are secured a job. She mentioned that we are even able to obtain credit for an internship but first we must consult the professor who handles internships for the major. There are two other types of internships which are unpaid and paid. Most internships are unpaid, but there is a slight chance one may get an internship and be paid for it. For freshman, she didn’t recommend looking so much into getting an internship, but she stressed the importance of attending these workshops to get an idea of what we have to do the following years in college. Something I learned that I didn’t think was so important before, was when someone interviews you or receives your resume and is considering you as a potential intern at the company, it is so important to send a Thank You letter for his or her time and consideration. Employers are really appreciative of Thank You letters. Theresa also talked about getting along in the workplace; it’s important to communicate with your supervisor to prevent miscommunications. Things we should avoid are talking about personal issues, complaining, and walking out on an internship. Towards the end of the workshop, she also provided us with tips on how to be an effective “small talker.” It’s important to always keep a sincere smile, be curious about other people, be engaging and strike up conversations with new people, and most importantly, be a good and attentive listener. All these helpful tips will definitely help me in the future when I begin networking with professionals or begin my search for an internship.

Hi Everyone, My name is Natalie Murawska and I am 18 years old. Making the transition from high school to college has been difficult for me since the coursework is more challenging and there is much more work that has to be done for each class. The hardest part for me was definitely managing my time and prioritizing, but I am slowly starting to get the hang of it and accept the fact that college isn’t easy. I realized it’s important to be responsible and no one is going to hold you by the hand and tell you what to do, because now is the time that we decide what is best for ourselves. I feel more responsible and willing to work hard to get the most of these four or more years in Baruch. From the start, I had a good impression on Baruch and most of all, I like the diversity in the school.

One of the questions we were asked was what we are most afraid of, and without even thinking I knew my fear was public speaking. I am taking Communications 101 this semester, and even though I dread making speeches, I think this will do me good and practicing speeches and rehearsing will improve my public speaking. It’s definitely taking me out of my comfort zone, but I know that public speaking is gonna be really important in the future so I’d rather start practicing now than later.

Aside from school, I like going to Upstate or Pennsylvania on the weekends, so depending on the season and weather, I’ll either go skiing, applepicking, hiking, or just relaxing outside of the city. I do love the city just as much, but sometimes I like to get away from the busy streets and forget about school and the stress. I started skiing 3 years ago and I found that this is something I really enjoy doing in the winter time. I love being outdoors and trying new things because you can really explore what you like and don’t like, and can discover who you really are as a person. I’m still trying to figure out who I really am and what it is I really like.

I grew up with 3 brothers so I’m happy they always have my back. We get along really well so whenever I feel down, they always try to cheer me up. My family is important to me just as my friends are because I know I can always ask them for help or advice, and it’s a great feeling knowing that people care or want to help you and support you.

In conclusion, Randy Pausch who was a Professor at Carnegie Mellon said before his death that “You can’t change the hands you’re dealt, just how you play the hand.” I agree with this quote and it has a lot of meaning, especially because he was the perfect example of someone who lived by this saying. He was grateful for every day and he tried to make the best of it; this is what I hope to do as well.

 

Hi everyone! My name is Natalie Murawska and I recently turned 18 about 2 weeks ago. I graduated from St. Francis Prep in Fresh Meadows and I was always set on coming to Baruch. It was the only school I really hoped to attend. I have 3 brothers, 2 of which are younger than me. I’m the only girl and I used to complain about it, but now I learned to accept it and I get along very well with my brothers. I worked as a Receptionist for about 2 years in high school, but it was overwhelming for me so I quit because I needed to focus on my schoolwork to do well on exams. Aside from school, I enjoy skiing in the winter time and going to Pennsylvania or Upstate on the weekend. This summer was the busiest summer yet because my cousin visited me from another country and at the same time, I was moving to another house with my family. I’m the type of person that likes to always be doing something; I can’t just sit it one place and watch T.V. for a couple of hours. I really enjoy hiking, working out, and I definitely hope to do more travelling as I get older.

What concerns me most about my freshman year is if I’ll be able to manage my time wisely and get everything done when it’s due. The teachers assign all this work they want us to complete, but they don’t take into account that we may be getting a lot of homework from other classes as well. I’m also concerned whether or not I will have time to join the Cross Country Team. That’s something I definitely hope to try, but I’m worried I might not have time for it. There are so many clubs I was looking into, but I have to keep in mind not to overwhelm myself and stick to one club and fully dedicate myself to get involved. I feel that as Freshman we need people who have gone through what we are experiencing now should help us, and I just wish there were more people giving us advice on how to make this a successful year.

I think my experience at Baruch will be more memorable. Nevertheless, it will be very stressful and aggravating at times when I have a couple of tests in a day or many things due at once. I think if I learn to manage my time, I’ll make the year easier and the experience more enjoyable. My first year at Baruch will definitely teach me a lot about the importance of staying focused and keeping track of assignments that are due or tests that are coming up. I hope I can get involved and pursue a career that suits me best in the future. My goal at Baruch is to excel in my studies and discover what it is I really want to do in the near future.