Kirstie Otto, Family SciencesName:  Kirstie Otto

Major:  Family Sciences

Expected graduation date:  May 4, 2018

Internship Location:  University of Kentucky Family Center (Lexington, KY)

Please describe your typical day as an intern:  For my typical day, I would clean and organize all the therapy rooms, audit files, other clerical duties, and watch previously recorded therapy sessions. 

How are you using and applying classroom knowledge in your internship?  

I applied a lot of my classroom knowledge into my internship. Since the Family Center is a part of Family Sciences, I was able to think back to previous classes and see how they go further into a career, especially when watching therapy sessions. 

What is one key thing you have learned during your internship?  

One key thing that I have learned during my internship is how to be a self-starter. I have always found it difficult to do things without direction. But with doing my project, I was able to learn how to use my own mind and be creative.

If you could share one piece of advice for other students who are preparing to complete an internship, what would it be?  

One piece of advice that I would give to other students who are preparing to complete an internship would be to not be afraid to ask questions and do not be scared to think of things on your own.