"Developing a good work ethic is key. Apply yourself at whatever you do, whether you're a janitor or taking your first summer job, because that work ethic will be reflected in everything you do in life. – Tyler Perry If for Christmas 2017 someone had gifted me with a hardback copy of “Danielle’s Life Experiences: 2018”, and showed me a chapter called “Summer”, I would have never believed it because I am a first-year student at the Barbados Community College, studying Media and Journalism. Internship at CARICAD? No way! I mean I knew of CARICAD, but an internship there was not an immediate prospect. Not because I do not think I am capable but because I was not so sure if I was at the level of professionalism that CARICAD embodies. Little did I know, I possess the potential and would become better because of the internship experience. CARICAD is embodied in dedication to hard work and community, enveloped in expertise. With such characteristics, the Caribbean Centre for Development Administration is a perfect place to establish and/or propel one’s professional career. CARICAD Intern, Danielle Taylor My internship commenced on July 23rd, 2018 and it was one of the greatest journeys of learning; from filing, editing and formatting documents to performing as relief secretary, the experience has been “the bomb”. I left CARICAD with the skills of being effective in communication, and in providing administrative support such as operating office machines (computer, printer, scanner etc.) and the ability to competently use the software called Microsoft Visio. These skills will enable me to become more proficient in editing and communication, for my future career as a Communications Specialist. Working at CARICAD has instilled a strong work ethic within me and for that I am grateful. My work period there has indeed been nothing but a blessing. From the Technical Support Officer, straight to Mr. Rowe - the Executive Director, there has been friendliness and hospitality. I would definitely encourage other young adults to intern at CARICAD because it’s not only professionalism at its finest, CARICAD is a family. The CARICAD Horizon is a regular publication of the Caribbean Centre for Development Administration (CARICAD). The Horizon has superseded the “Chronicle”. The Editor-in-Chief is CARICAD’s Executive Director, Devon Rowe. The Production Team comprises: Franklyn Michael, Elaine Oxamendi Vicet, Alaine Murray, Clive Murray, Vern Leslie and Petra Emmanuel The Caribbean Centre for Development Administration, 1st Floor Weymouth Corporate Centre, Roebuck Street, Bridgetown, Barbados Tel: 246-427-8535 Fax: 246-436-1709 14
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