This past summer, I had the opportunity to work for a non-profit based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. I have always wanted to experience working in my home country, and this internship gave me the opportunity to do so virtually… The virtual format was something I was skeptical about, fearing that it would take away from the cultural appreciation and awareness one grows while physically being abroad. However, the virtual format allows for flexibility in one’s individual schedule, leaving time to allocate towards other priorities… Ultimately, my virtual internship allowed me to tackle a relevant issue in a country so close to my heart, while also having the freedom to work individually and, in a way, work according to my own timing. Considering the growing use of technology and electronic platforms in the workforce these days, a UVA Virtual Global Internship would be an incredible place to grow more accustomed to this style, and a great way to start out one’s work experience!