My summer work experience was alright. The overall process of getting started was pretty messy, especially with the date which we were supposed to start. I had some issues with communication because I did not receive an email about the project selection at the time I was supposed to get it.
Since I received the email late that meant I had fewer choices for which project I actually wanted to do. I think having better communication and making sure everyone receives important information on time would have made the beginning much easier for me.
One positive of the experience was that the work was not that difficult allowing me to practice being responsible, completing work on time and being on time to work.
Bronx, NY
written August 12, 2026
Robert
photograph by Philip Shearer, taken at the Bronx Innovation Center