Internships: Meet Millie

What attracted you to an internship at Vodafone?

Unfortunately, my study abroad got cancelled due to the pandemic so I was more determined than ever to find an alternative experience that could push me to achieve and develop.

Working for a tech company was a personal goal of mine as it is a fast-moving industry with endless opportunities and options for career progression. With the internship being a pipeline into the graduate programme, it's given me something to work towards throughout. This internship acted as a stepping-stone between my university terms which allows me to transfer my skills and learning to the corporate world.

Did you have any prior experience or skills that you feel are useful in your role now?

During the summer of 2019, I embarked on a cultural exchange programme to work at a summer camp in Pennsylvania. During the 12-week programme, I had to prioritize the organisation’s goals and step out of my comfort zone to lead activities I had no prior experience in. Working with such a large and dynamic team was really rewarding and made this challenge so enjoyable. This was recognised by the leadership team, and I was awarded the Counsellor of the year award at the end of the summer. In my role today, my confidence in these skills really helped me thrive in Vodafone.