We Were All Interns — AWS Internship Week 12 Reflections

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It’s my final week at AWS. This week, I had the opportunity to present my project to over 30 people, and I’m relieved to say that the feedback was overwhelmingly positive.

It’s crazy how time has flown by. I still vividly remember the day we introduced ourselves and I asked about what makes a CR a good CR, and in the blink of an eye, my internship is coming to an end.

I’m deeply grateful for the time and guidance my team has provided me, despite their many responsibilities. Without their support, I wouldn’t have been able to accomplish what I did. Learning from such talented individuals has been a truly transformative experience. Not only have I learned about being a better software engineer during every conversation, but I’ve also had the chance to reflect on how I can apply those lessons to my own life.

During my final one-on-one meeting with my manager, I was eager to hear some constructive feedback, as I’ve only received positive feedback so far. To my surprise, he told me that the team is in full agreement and that all the feedback remains very positive.

I definitely know where I can do better: To have backbone when there’s a room for debating, and to involve in more chitchat…