Nicholas Stachurski '22

What are some skills/competencies (NACE) that you developed during your internship?

This role challenged me in many different ways. I am confident with my digital technology skills

regarding Microsoft Office and numerous other digital platforms commonly utilized by non-profit

organizations, including Raiser’s Edge. I am far more confident with my oral/written

communication skills and I believe I am able to represent myself and my role when around

coworkers and supervisors. Lastly, this experience has allowed me to learn more about career

management. That is, how best to voice the skills and experience I possess in a professional manner

when around other professionals in the workplace, during interviews, and when interacting with my

peers.

How does this experience connect to your future career goals?

My time with Make-A-Wish Connecticut allowed me to put into practice what I have been learning

in the classroom at Holy Cross as well as through the Certificate in Business Programs offered by

the Ciocca Center for Business, Ethics, and Society. There were highs as well as lows, but this

internship challenged my understand of marketing and communications and pushed me to think

creatively and look at the role in a way in which I never have before. I am grateful to be able to

continue interning for my organization this upcoming fall semester, and I hope this additional time

with Make-A-Wish will continue to help me as I find a career that best suits my skill sets and

interests within the fields of marketing and communications.

What advice would you give to other Holy Cross students?

For Holy Cross students who find themselves in an internship setting during the academic school

year or summer, I challenge them to set goals. Start of small at first, and then as you become more

comfortable with the position, challenge yourself and set goals that push you outside of your

comfort zone in order to make the most of your internship. Goal setting can be done on your own,

but I also highly encourage setting goals for the internship with your supervisor, as they can hold

you accountable and suggest what works best for you and the role.