Honduras
Brittany
Experience Information
Employer: Ridgepoint Church
Job Title: Teacher and Translator
Major: International Relations
Received Credit: Yes
Paid: No
Abroad: No
Description of the Organization
Ridgepoint is a large Christian church located in Holland, MI.
Description of the Tasks/Projects Completed
My internship was focused around a trip to Honduras. While I was there, I co-taught a finance class in Spanish to the people of Comayagua and La Canada. Before the trip I created lesson plans, learned the material, and decided how to develop new leaders for the class next time.
Skills/Knowledge Gained Through The Experience
I greatly improved my Spanish and teaching skills.
Favorite Part of the Experience
My favorite part was the trip to Honduras. I absolutely love the country and the people, practicing my Spanish and seeing the country was incredible.
How the Experience Influenced Future Career Goals
I discovered that I do not want to be a translator, but rather an ambassador for the UN.