Mentor Interview Diego and I decided to audio record our interview with our mentor. We agreed that this format would be the best way to capture his thorough answers without cutting important parts out. We asked questions surrounding his journey, his background, the organization, the internship program, and more. Below are two audio clips of the interview.
Internship Reflection
Overall, my time at the Republican Party of San Diego County so far has been memorable and full of experiences. I've met many different types of people, each with their own individual views, and have heard their perspectives on the issues facing our country today. These experiences have given me a more well-rounded perspective about my views and politics as a whole. The organization's purpose and methods have also become more clear to me as well. All of these tasks and assignments rally up a base that is very diverse and spread out. Each tedious task plays a role in building up the Republican party. The biggest skill I am currently developing and need to continue developing, is how I grow and become more comfortable in an environment that is brand new to me. Being in an environment where my opinions differ from others allows me to grow and have civil discourse about about ideals, even if I do sometimes still feel uncomfortable. It's a process and I'm excited to learn more throughout it. My most memorable viewing experience so far has been when a group of Republican Women came in to help, and through my mentor for a loop in the process. My mentor is very patient and respectful, but I could tell he was becoming flustered as time went on. It was interesting to watch. In fact, one of the women stuffing the envelopes was asked by my mentor to please wash her hands, since she had been eating potato chips and was getting the envelopes greasy. She then turned, looked my mentor straight in the eye, and licked each one of her fingers. She then proceeded to continue working with her fingers she had just licked. I was speechless. I have also enjoyed watching an entire season of animal planet while folding and stuffing hundreds of envelopes. My commute to work has been pretty peaceful which I am grateful for. It takes me about 20 minutes to get to the building, and I don't start until 10 in the morning. I really appreciate this schedule. Internship has been going great so far!
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Colin Vail
5/17/2019 01:53:22 pm
Sounds like yours really enjoying your internship so far. You seem to be very observant about whats going on in only the first week which is good for just getting starting your internship in their organization. Im jealous that you got to watch animal planet while folding hundreds of envelopes, haha.
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Peter Portman
5/17/2019 05:54:12 pm
You seem to be having a good first week! I find interesting to hear that you have already experienced a change in your perspective after a week and I can't wait to bug you about how it changed.
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5/17/2019 07:00:26 pm
This is an awesome experience to have because seeing all the different perspectives people have is pretty interesting! I am excited to hear that you are able to gain insight about your passion in politics and you have the chance to improve your civil debate skills! I find it fascinating that you get to see people debate about current issues in real time and I bet being in the environment of a proper debate is exciting to see!
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Sophia Morrison
5/17/2019 08:41:49 pm
Wow, this sounds like a really unique opportunity! I'm jealous of your peaceful commute, that sounds so nice haha! Are there any events or upcoming opportunities that you are looking forward to?
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Karsten
5/18/2019 12:18:48 am
Your internship seems to be helping you out a lot. It Great that you're are developing the skill to have a civil discourse, it seems to be skill getting out of touch. I hope you continue to grown and learn more at your internship.
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Maxin M
5/20/2019 08:18:23 am
So far It sounds like you're enjoying what you are doing, and finiding it meaningful and pretty fun work, and I hope you continue to find it meaningful and fun, because sometimes it starts to drain you. Animal planet, how can you not enjoy watching Tv while you work, and you don't start till 10! Keep enjoying internship!
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