Name of Student: Gina Demontis
Job Title: Conservation Officer Intern at Wildwood Devon
Job Summary:
Assisting with the white-clawed crayfish conservation project – tasks include surveying local rivers, maintaining the crayfish tanks, assisting with species breeding, translocation and reintroductions.
Other tasks on site may include dormice surveying, public engagement, creating enrichment toys for the animals.
What was your biggest achievement on your internship?
Increased confidence in independent problem solving and proactive working.
Were there any challenges and how did you overcome these?
Managing anxiety in a new workplace – overcome by being prepared and pushing my boundaries bit by bit.
As a result of my internshipā¦
- I have improved my communication, teamwork, and problem solving skills.
- My job prospects have improved by expanding my CV and what I can draw upon in interviews.
- I have learned more about the skills I need and the options available to me in future.
- My overall confidence has increased.
Other comments about the scheme:
It has been really useful financially and for my career prospects, thank you!
Would you recommend this internship scheme to other students?
Yes, I would recommend the scheme to other students.
If you would like to find out more about the A2i scheme, you can contact the team via a2i@exeter.ac.uk, or you can also visit the student and employer facing webpages here.
You can also read Charly Mead’s experience of hosting an A2i internship at Wildwood Devon here.