Hi there, I am Kimberly Chen and I am a junior at the business school at the University of Pittsburgh. I am double majoring in finance and business information systems with a certificate in business analytics. I chose this combination because I like working with numbers and solving problems. Also I would like to work with technology and continue to be involved in the advancement of technology. As a curious person, I am someone who enjoys continuously learning new things and gaining new experiences. This plays a role into why I wanted to study abroad at least once in my college career. 

This spring I will be participating in the Global Business Institute program in London. I chose this program because I wanted to complete an internship while I was abroad while also taking classes. I believe gaining work experience whilst in a foreign country will give me a unique edge and it will be a fantastic learning experience. I have heard from a lot of the people around me that simply living abroad teaches you so much about yourself and the people around you. Additionally, London is a global city that also happens to speak English and they are known for the wealth of opportunities that they have available. 

My goals for this program are to become more culturally competent and to successfully complete my internship. I want to learn how the people in another country go through day to day life and see what the differences are. I also want to test my adaptability to a completely new environment. This semester I am interning with CREOATE, a tech startup, as a data analytics and marketing intern. I am really excited to start my internship, get to know my co-workers, and adjust to the new work culture. I hope to sharpen my skills in Excel, data analytics, communication, and organization.