Scots in the field: Internship spotlights Part 2
Maya Dickerson - Web and Social Media Manager
Muhammad Arshad
Where do you intern and what are your responsibilities?
During my internship, I worked on integrating AI into an existing manufacturing/business system used by the company. Their operations were built around JobBoss, which was outdated and hard to use, and a SQL Server database, so a big part of my role was helping bridge modern AI tools with that existing infrastructure.
How has this internship influenced your goals and career path?
This internship significantly influenced my career goals. It showed me how powerful AI can be when applied to real business problems, and it made me more interested in building practical tools rather than just theoretical projects.
Jake McGarry
Where do you intern and what are your responsibilities?
I intern with Warren Achievement Center, and my responsibilities are to plan and coordinate receptions and product purchases (ex. Outdoor signs).
How has this internship influenced your goals and career path?
Working for a non-profit like Warren Achievement Center has shown me that no matter what career path I take, it should be something that I genuinely enjoy doing and then worry about the money later.