Name: Nora Corasaniti

Internship, Co-op or Research Site: Maryland House of Delegates | Title of Your Position: Legislative Assistant

Major(s)/Minor(s): Political Science

Expected Graduation Year: December 2017

Briefly describe your internship, co-op, research, or service-learning opportunity, including your day-to-day tasks, responsibilities, and assignments.

In my internship, I write a lot of emails and answer the phone a whole lot too. But I also get to work with constituents on their various issues, which is really great and satisfying! I get a lot of free food and networking opportunities too, which are awesome.

Describe the process of obtaining your internship, research, or co-op opportunity.

I found my internship myself-- I had met my former delegate last year working as a House page and she offered me an internship. Then, when she became a judge, I sent my resume and a cover letter to my current delegate and chief of staff, who coordinated with each other and decided to hire me.

What have you enjoyed the most about your position or organization/company?

I have loved everything about it! My favorite part is getting to work closely next to such kind and influential people, and seeing how they get things accomplished like passing legislation or working with someone of the opposite party on an issue.

What have you gained from your experience that you could not have gained from another opportunity ?

I have learned a lot about presenting myself well and public image-- it is entirely too important to be careful about how you present yourself both in person and on social media!

What advice would you give to another student who is seeking an internship or similar experience?

I would say that they should always go for it--put yourself out there! The worst that can happen is that someone could tell you no, and that is not half as bad as knowing you could have gotten an amazing internship with fantastic people.

Please provide a short reflection or quote about what you liked most about your position / earning internship credit / the internship placement process.

I liked working with the Career Center and learning more about the process. Kacie Lawrence is awesome and really helpful!

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