Maryam Alshehhi, a rising junior studying literature and creative writing and political science, always likes to seek experiences that challenge her. After switching universities to study at NYUAD after her first year, Alshehhi knew she had made the right decision by coming to a liberal arts institution.
After a year and a half of online university, Alshehhi wanted to take the summer as an opportunity to grow personally and professionally. “There are so many hidden gems on Handshake, and that’s where I found my summer internship at TwoFour54,” said Alshehhi. Even though Alshehhi never thought she would intern or work in the media sector, the posting from TwoFour54, with a highly personalized job description, grabbed her attention. Later in the interview process, Alshehhi was paired with the independent film production company, Tent Pictures Productions, which turned out to be a perfect match for her.