During my time in Spain I had the opportunity to complete a month long internship at a school of hotel and restaurant management names El Centro Superior de Hosteleria de Galicia
Facing long periods of downtime and a slower work pace, I learned to stay proactive, seek out tasks, and adjust my expectations from U.S. work standards. I became more flexible in how I define productivity and success.
Cultural Awareness
By observing the workplace beyond assigned tasks, I developed an understanding of how values like respect, hierarchy, and relational warmth shape daily interactions. This helped me read social cues and respond with cultural sensitivity.
Language Proficiency
Through daily work with professional documents and website reviews, I improved my ability to edit and translate texts from Spanish to English with attention to tone, grammar, and clarity.
Relationship Building
The informal daily routine of sharing coffee with colleagues gave me the opportunity to form genuine connections. I learned how trust and rapport can be built through consistent small moments, even across cultural differences.